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The half-life period of a radioactive element X is same as the mean life of another radioactive element Y. Initially, both of them have the same numbers of atoms then,
The half-life period of a radioactive element X is same as the mean life of another radioactive element Y. Initially, both of them have the same numbers of atoms then,
Updated On: Jun 21, 2024
- X and Y have the same decay rate initially.
- X and Y decay at the same rate always.
- Y will decay at a faster rate than X.
- X will decay at a faster rate than Y.
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The Correct Option is C
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The correct option is (C): Y will decay at a faster rate than X.
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