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Interpretation: The equation for the positron emission of
Concept Introduction: When an atom on undergoing radioactive decay emits a positron particle,
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Interpretation: The amount of
Concept Introduction: Half-life is defined as the time taken for a radioactive substance to reach to the value which is half of its original value. The formula used is:
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