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9 April, 15:47

What is the half-life of an isotope if 125 g of a 500 g sample of the isotope remains after 3.0 years?

a.) 3.5 years

b.) 4.5 years

c.) 1.5 years

d.) 2.5 years

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  1. 9 April, 19:20
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    C.) 1.5 years.

    500 divided by half twice = 125, so there are two half lives. In 3.0 years, two half lives would equal 1.5 years.
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