Nuclear Physics and RadioactivityHard
Question
Given a sample of Radium-226 having half-life of 4 days. Find the probability, a nucleus disintegrates after 2 half lives.
Options
A.1
B.1/2
C.1.5
D.3/4
Solution
Disintegration of each nuclei is independent of any factor. Hence, each nuclei has same chance of disintegration.
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