Chemistry In Focus
Chemistry In Focus
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ISBN: 9781337399692
Author: Tro, Nivaldo J.
Publisher: Cengage Learning,
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Chapter 8, Problem 27E
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The working of C14 and U238 dating is to be explained.

Concept introduction:

The nuclei that are heavy and unstable undergo the process of decay and lose their counter parts in order to gain stability. This process is known as radioactive decay or radioactivity.

Radioactive decay involves the emission of three types of radiations, known as alpha, beta and gamma radiations.

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