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Topic 6: Radioactivity

Quick questions on Half-life - Edexcel GCSE Physics

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Define the half-life of a radioactive isotope. [1 mark]
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A sample has an activity of 240Bq240\,\text{Bq} and a half-life of 3 hours. Calculate its activity after 6 hours. [2 marks]

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