The half-life of radioactive strontium-90 is approximately 31 years. In 1960, radioactive strontium-90 was released into the atmosphere during testing of nuclear weapons, and was absorbed into people's bones. How many years does it take until only 9 percent of the original amount absorbed remains? Thanks!

The half-life of radioactive strontium-90 is approximately 31 years. In 1960, radioactive strontium-90 was released into the atmosphere during testing of nuclear weapons, and was absorbed into people's bones. How many years does it take until only 9 percent of the original amount absorbed remains? Thanks!

College Algebra

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ISBN:9781337282291

Author:Ron Larson

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Chapter5: Exponential And Logarithmic Functions

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 28T: The half-life of radioactive actinium ( 227AC ) is 21.77 years. What percent of a present amount of...

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