The Time It Takes for 50% of an Unstable Isotope

question 10

Multiple Choice

The time it takes for 50% of an unstable isotope to decay to a stable form is called the

• A) semichron.
• B) middlemorph.
• C) demidose.
• D) half-life.

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Definitions:

Expected Duration

The estimated time needed to complete a project or task, often considering various uncertainties or risk factors.

Critical Path

A continuity of necessary tasks in a project's agenda that have to be accomplished on time for the project to meet its proposed finalization date.

Pessimistic

An attitude or perspective that tends to see the worst aspect of things or believe that the worst will happen.

Probable

Likely to occur or be the case.