The half-life of a radioactive element depends upon:
Correct answer: D. None of the above options are correct
- A. Amount of element present
- B. Pressure
- C. Temperature
- D. None of the above options are correct
Explanation
The half-life of a substance doesn't depend upon the amount, temperature, and pressure. It depends upon the nature of the substance, which is not in the options. The half-life period of a radioactive element is the time required for a quantity to fall to half its value as measured at the beginning of the time period. It does not depend on the temperature, concentration, or the amount of element, but just depends on the time factor.
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