Alpha particles produced by radioactive decay eventually pick up electrons from their surroundings to form helium atoms. Calculate the volume (in ml.) of He collected at STP when 1.20 g of pure 226Ra is stored in a closed container for 162. years. (Assume that there are five alpha particles generated per 256 Raas it decays to 206 Pb. The half-life is approximately 1.60 x 10 years.) Round your answer to 2 significant digits. Note: Reference the Fundamental constants table for additional information.

Alpha particles produced by radioactive decay eventually pick up electrons from their surroundings to form helium atoms. Calculate the volume (in ml.) of He collected at STP when 1.20 g of pure 226Ra is stored in a closed container for 162. years. (Assume that there are five alpha particles generated per 256 Raas it decays to 206 Pb. The half-life is approximately 1.60 x 10 years.) Round your answer to 2 significant digits. Note: Reference the Fundamental constants table for additional information.

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