The Half-Life of Radium Is 1700 Years

question 29

Multiple Choice

The half-life of radium is 1700 years. Assume that the decay rate is proportional to the amount. An initial amount of 5 grams of radium deca to 3 grams in

• A) 850 years
• B) 1050 years
• C) 1150 years
• D) 1250 years
• E) 1350 years

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