Concept explainers
a.
Verify the formula for exponential decay or growth.
a.
Answer to Problem 59SR
Negative.
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
The power output
Calculation:
The power output from a radioisotope is given by,
Where
The formula
“Because the exponent in the formula is negative.”
b.
Find the power available after
b.
Answer to Problem 59SR
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
The power output
Calculation:
Substituting
Hence, about
c.
Find the days that the satellites continue to operate.
c.
Answer to Problem 59SR
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
The power output
Calculation:
Substituting
Apply the property of equality for logarithmic function
Simplify,
Hence, the satellite can continue to operate for about
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