75% of a radioactive element decays in 6 hours. Its half life period is ______________ hours?

Correct answer: C. 3

  • A. 3/4
  • B. 1/6
  • C. 3
  • D. 4

Explanation

If 75% decays, 25% remains, which is one-fourth of the original amount or two half-lives. Therefore, 6 hours represents two half-lives, giving a half-life of 3 hours.

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