One of the hazards of nuclear explosions is the generation of 90 Sr and its subsequent incorporation

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One of the hazards of nuclear explosions is the generation of 90Sr and its subsequent incorporation in place of calcium in bones. This nuclide emits β rays of energy 0.55 MeV, and has a half-life of 28.1 y. Suppose 1.00 µg was absorbed by a newly born child. How much will remain after

(a) 18 y,

(b) 70 y if none is lost metabolically?

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Physical Chemistry

ISBN: 9780716787594

8th Edition

Authors: Peter Atkins, Julio De Paula

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