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1.) The decay constant, , is related to the probability that a nucleus will decay in a given unit time. Which would decay faster, a sample with a decay constant of 10 per second or a sample with a decay constant of 1 per second? 2.) If you start with a larger population (bigger value of No) will it take longer for the sample to be reduced to half its original value? (For N to reach Ny/2)? 3.) Can you use this equation to determine when a single unstable nucleus will decay?

N = Noet Explain in words what each term stands for and give units. Indicate whether the quantity is a vector. Variable What does it stand for? Vector? Units N No % t 1.) The decay constant is related to the probability that a nucleus will decay in a given unit time. Which would decay faster, a sample with a decay constant of 10 per second or a sample with a decay constant of 1 per second? 2) ll you start with a larger population (bigger value of No) will it take longer for the sample to be reduced to halt its original value? (For Nto reach Ny/2)?