Chapter 17, Problem 104QGW

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The table for the alpha decay of Radon-220 is to be made. The graph for the number of atoms and total time is to be drawn.

Concept Introduction:

In the radioactive sample, the time taken by the parent nuclides to decay to half of its initial value is defined as the half-life.

The number of atoms during the alpha decay is counted by dividing the initial amount by 2.