9. Construct a mathematical model for a radioactive series of three elements A, B. and C where C is the stable element and assume the decay constants are A =-0.138629 for A days, and A2=-24.0001 hours for B.

9. Construct a mathematical model for a radioactive series of three elements A, B. and C where C is the stable element and assume the decay constants are A =-0.138629 for A days, and A2=-24.0001 hours for B.

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