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6 February, 05:45

14C has a half-life of 5600 years. An analysis of charcoal from a wood fire shows that

its 14C content is 25% of that in living wood.

How many years have passed since the wood for the fire was cut?

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  1. 6 February, 07:34
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    30% is The correct answer let me know if it's wrong I'm not really sure
  2. 6 February, 08:02
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    11200 years

    Explanation:

    100% + 5600yrs = 50% + 5600 yrs = 25%

    Loses 50% every 5600 yrs
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