Banner 0
Banner 1
Banner 2
Banner 3
Banner 4
Banner 5
Banner 6
Banner 7
Banner 8

Q.

An isotope of potassium K40 undergoes two parallel types of decay, one by electron capture and other by β decay with half lives as 1.3 x 10 years and 1.39×109. If in a sample of a mineral, mass ratio of K : Ar : Ca is 5,1.5 and 16 then calculate age of the mineral if it is known that all Ca40 in the mineral is not from the radioactive decay of potassium.

[Express your answer in terms of 107 years for e.g. if you answer is 2 x 109 years fill 0200 in OMR sheet]

see full answer

High-Paying Jobs That Even AI Can’t Replace — Through JEE/NEET

🎯 Hear from the experts why preparing for JEE/NEET today sets you up for future-proof, high-income careers tomorrow.
An Intiative by Sri Chaitanya

answer is 26.

(Unlock A.I Detailed Solution for FREE)

Best Courses for You

JEE

JEE

NEET

NEET

Foundation JEE

Foundation JEE

Foundation NEET

Foundation NEET

CBSE

CBSE

Detailed Solution

Question Image

k1=ln21.39×109;k2=ln21.3×109

mCBBmAr=k1k2=9

mK5;mCa13.5;mAr1.5k=k1+k2=ln21.3×109[9+1]=ln21.3×108

ln21.3×108×t=ln5+13.5+1.55t=2.6×108 years =0026

Watch 3-min video & get full concept clarity

Ready to Test Your Skills?

Check your Performance Today with our Free Mock Test used by Toppers!

Take Free Test

score_test_img

Get Expert Academic Guidance – Connect with a Counselor Today!

whats app icon