Understanding Radioactive Decay and Half-Life

Understanding Radioactive Decay and Half-Life

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Physics

9th - 10th Grade

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This video tutorial explains how to calculate the decay time of radioactive substances using the half-life model. It covers solving exponential equations with logarithms, compares exponential decay to compound interest, and provides examples of calculating half-life, including a detailed example with plutonium. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of understanding inverse operations and the use of logarithms in solving these problems.

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