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Chapter 14, Problem 14.6PAE
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The ratio of

C14/C12 is a constant. This fact must be explained.

The above ratio is a steady state condition and not equilibrium constant. This fact also must be explained.

Concept introduction:

  • Living plants have a definite C14/C12 ratio.
  • This ratio decreases when a plant is dead.
  • This is due to the spontaneous decay of C14 to N147 along with the emission of beta particle.

Given:

C14/C12 is constant for a living plant and the ratio is a steady state and not an equilibrium constant.

Solution:

a)

All living plants have a constant C14/C12 ratio.

b)

The ratio is not equilibrium constant rather it’s a steady state condition.

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