Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Radioactivity

Radioactivity — practice question

A radiation detector is used to monitor a radioactive source for several hours. The results are listed in Table 11.1.
(a)[4]

Use the readings to estimate the background count rate during the test, and then find the sample half-life.

(b)[3]

Complete the nuclide equation so this decay is shown.

(c)[3]

On Fig. 11.1, finish the paths of the three $\alpha$-particles.

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