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The half-life of a radionuclide
Options
A gets shorter with increased temperature.
B is constant.
Correct Answer
C gets longer with increased temperature.
D gets shorter with passing time.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The half-life of a radioactive isotope is a constant characteristic of the isotope. It is independent of temperature, pressure, or chemical state.

Hint

Half-life is a fundamental property of a radionuclide.

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Course: PHY 104
Topic: PHY 104 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 795 of 947
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