In 24 days a radioactive isotope decreases in mass from 64g to 2g. What is

PHYSICS
WAEC 1994

In 24 days a radioactive isotope decreases in mass from 64g to 2g. What is the half life of the radioactive material

  • A. 0.75 days
  • B. 2.58 days
  • C. 4 days
  • D. 4.80 days

Correct Answer: D. 4.80 days

Explanation

Half life time= 24/5 = 4.8 days



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