The Half-Life of ³H Is 12 Years

question 42

Multiple Choice

The half-life of ³H is 12 years. About how long does it take for 63/64 of a sample of that radionuclide to decay?

• A) 6 years
• B) 11.8 years
• C) 12.2 years
• D) 72 years

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