2. Suppose a nuclear accident releases 50 kilograms of the element Cesium 137. If the half life of Cesium 137 is about 30 years, a. How much will be left after 30 years? b. How much will be left after 50 years?

2. Suppose a nuclear accident releases 50 kilograms of the element Cesium 137. If the half life of Cesium 137 is about 30 years, a. How much will be left after 30 years? b. How much will be left after 50 years?

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2. Suppose a nuclear accident releases 50 kilograms of the element Cesium 137. If the half
life of Cesium 137 is about 30 years,
a. How much will be left after 30 years?
b. How much will be left after 50 years?

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