An accident at a nuclear power plant has left the surrounding area polluted with radioactive material that decays naturally. The initial amount of radioactive material present is 46 su (safe units), and 7 months later it is still 40 su. (a) Write a formula giving the amount A(t) of radioactive material (in su) remaining after t months. (b) What amount of radioactive material will remain after 11 months? (c) How long will it be until A = 1 su, so it is safe for people to return to the area?

An accident at a nuclear power plant has left the surrounding area polluted with radioactive material that decays naturally. The initial amount of radioactive material present is 46 su (safe units), and 7 months later it is still 40 su. (a) Write a formula giving the amount A(t) of radioactive material (in su) remaining after t months. (b) What amount of radioactive material will remain after 11 months? (c) How long will it be until A = 1 su, so it is safe for people to return to the area?

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Chapter1: Basic Modes Of Heat Transfer

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Problem 1.71P: 1.71 The thermal conductivity of silver at 212°F is 238 Btu/h ft °F. What is the conductivity in SI...

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