Math Problem Statement
The half-life of phosphorus-32 is approximately 24.3 days.
Step 2 of 3 : How much of a 3 gram sample of phosphorus-32 would remain after 9 days? Round to three decimal places.
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Exponential Decay
Formulas
Exponential decay formula N(t) = N_0 * (1/2)^(t / T_{1/2})
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12
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