We obviously cannot wait for million years to determine the half-life of technetium, or even years to determine the half-life of plutonium. The half-life of a substance is determined using a Geiger counter, which is essentially a tube filled with an inert gas. When a particle decays and produces radiation, it briefly ionizes the gas and produces a detectable electric pulse, which is amplified and counted by a detector (before digital displays were available, you would hear clicks and see a needle register on a dial). Determine the formula for the half-life of a substance with an initial count of pulses and a count of pulses minutes later.

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We obviously cannot wait for 4 million years to determine the half-life of technetium, or even 87.7 years to determine the half-life of plutonium. The half-life of a substance is determined using a Geiger counter, which is essentially a tube filled with an inert gas. When a particle decays and produces radiation, it briefly ionizes the gas and produces a detectable electric pulse, which is amplified and counted by a detector (before digital displays were available, you would hear clicks and see a needle register on a dial). Determine the formula for the half-life of a substance with an initial count of No pulses and a count of N1 pulses M minutes later.

Answer:

M1/2 = 0.693/k

Explanation:

Given that the initial count rate is No pulses

The count rate after M minutes is N1

Then from;

A = Aoe^-kt

A= N1

Ao=No

I can now write;

N1 = Noe^-kM

The half life is the time taken for the activity of the radioactive nuclide to reach half its initial value. Hence;

N1/No =e^-kM = 1/2

Taking natural logarithm of both sides as shown below;

-kM1/2 = ln(1/2)

M1/2 = -  (ln(1/2)/k)

M1/2 = 0.693/k


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How many grams of air are required to complete the combustion of 120 g of phosphorous to diphosphorous pentoxide, assuming the air to be 23% oxygen by mass?

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Answer:

Explanation:

522 g

Explanation:

Your starting point here will be the balanced chemical equation for this combustion reaction

4

P

(s]

+

5

O

2(g]

2

P

2

O

5(s]

Notice that you have a

4

:

5

mole ratio between phosphorus and oxygen. This means that, regardless of how many moles of phosphorus you have, the reaction will always need

5

4

time more moles of oxygen gas.

Use phosphorus' molar mass to determine how many moles you have in that

93.0-g

sample

93.0

g

1mole P

30.974

g

=

3.0025 moles P

Use the aforementioned mole ratio to determine how many moles of oxygen you would need for many moles of phosphorus to completely take part in the reaction

3.0025

moles P

5

moles O

2

4

moles P

=

3.753 moles O

2

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a person measures the mass of a 10cm3 rock to be 15g. what is the density of the rock

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Answer:

[tex]d=1.5\ g/cm^3[/tex]

Explanation:

Given that,

The mass of the rock, m = 15 g

The volume of the rock, V = 10 cm³

We need to find the density of the rock. The density of an object is equal to the mass per unit volume such that,

[tex]d=\dfrac{m}{V}\\\\d=\dfrac{15\ g}{10\ cm^3}\\\\d=1.5\ g/cm^3[/tex]

So, the density of the rock is equal to [tex]1.5\ g/cm^3[/tex].

Calculate the percent composition (out of 100) by weight of potassium in potassium carbonate decahydrate.

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Answer:

12.26%

Explanation:

MM K = 39.1 g/mol

MM K2CO3 . 10H2O = 2x39.1 + 12.01 + 3 x 15.99 + 10 x 18.02= 318.38 g/mol

% by weight = (MM K/MM K2CO3.10H2O ) x 100= (39.1/318.8)  x 100=12.26 %

The percent composition by weight of potassium in potassium carbonate decahydrate is 13.98%

Let's represent the chemical formula of the compound as follows;

potassium carbonate decahydrate = CH₂0KO₁₃

The molecular mass of the compound can be calculated as follows:

Molecular mass of  CH₂₀KO₁₃molecular mass = 12 + 20 + 39 + (16×13) = 279 g/mol

mass of potassium = 39 g

Therefore,

% mass of potassium = 39 / 279 × 100

% mass of potassium = 3900 / 279

% mass of potassium = 13.9784946237

% mass of potassium = 13.98 %

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An example of a suspension is:
A. blood
B. gelatin
C. muddy water
D. milk

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ANSWER:A.blood

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Select the correct answer.
Which of these is always equal to the molar mass of any element?
OA
its atomic number
B.
its atomic weight
OC.
its atomic formula
OD.
its atomic structure

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Answer:

a t o m i c w e i h g t

B

Explanation:

a to m i c w e i g h t

Which pieces of information do you need to locate a particular star on a star

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Answer:

You need a telescope and a pear of eyes

Explanation:

Ok so this is my opinion you will need a telescope and you will also need it to be night and need eyes of course!

Which unit is NOT correctly paired?
O Liters : Volume
O Formula Mass : Count
O Grams: Mass
O Molecules : Mass

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Answer:

Molecules : Mass

Explanation:

The first three answer choices correctly pair a unit with what it measures. Molecules are not used to measure mass; grams are.

12
"C
What is the number of protons in this carbon atom?
ÖA 12
OB. 6
Ос.
18
OD. 24
what is the answer

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Answer:

B

Explanation:

the number of protons never changes even if the atomic mass changes

If I began this reaction with 1.7g of O2 , how much water would I make

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what’s up my john and i’m here to help you the answer is 0.87

Which one of the following statements about the carbon phosphorus and nitrogen cycles is true ?
a. The major source of carbon used by plants is the soil
b. The major source of nitrogen used by plants is the air.
c. Phosphorus has no atmospheric component.
d. Bacteria drive the phosphorus cycle.

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Answer: The correct option is C.

Phosphorus has no atmospheric component.

Explanation:

This is because, phosphorus is not in gaseous state but it is liquid at normal temperature, therefore it cannot be found in the air. It is cycle through water,soil or sediments. The major source of phosphorus in the phosphorus cycle is the rock. Rock contain phosphorus and phosphorus I'd gotten from rocks through weathering. Weathering is the disintegration of rocks into sediments or smaller particles. This is released into the soil after weathering.

Calculate the molecular mass for the following: SnO2

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Answer:

[tex]MM=150.71g/mol[/tex]

Explanation:

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In this case, since the molar masses of chemical compounds allow us to understand the mass they have per mole of substance, for tin oxide, we can see it has one tin atom and two oxygen atoms; thus, for the calculation of this molar mass we multiply the atomic masses by the number of atoms and them add the results up:

[tex]MM=m_{Sn}+2m_O\\\\MM=118.71g/mol+2*16.00g/mol\\\\MM=150.71g/mol[/tex]

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Answer:

Evaporation and condensation

Explanation:

Help pleaseee!!!Please explain how evaporation condensation and precipitation are involved in the water cycle

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Answer: The water cycle shows the continuous movement of water within the Earth and atmosphere. ... Liquid water evaporates into water vapor, condenses to form clouds, and precipitates back to earth in the form of rain and snow. Water in different phases moves through the atmosphere (transportation).

Explanation:

Answer:

water evaporates into water vapor, condenses to form clouds, and precipitates back to earth in the form of rain and snow.

Explanation:

evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection. condensation: this is when water vapor in the air cools down and turns back into liquid water. precipitation: this is when water (in the form of rain, snow, hail, or sleet) falls from clouds in the sky.

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Answer:

an imbalance of positive and negative charges

Explanation:

Answer:

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During a hurricane, what effect can the ocean have on the beach?

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As the hurricane moves toward shore, the underwater tumult can cause shifting sands and muddy shallow waters, blocking the essential sunlight on which corals and other sea creatures rely. (Brainliest please)

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TRY IT Writing Measurements in Scientific Notation
Choose the scientific notation that best represents the standard notation given.
6,840,000,000 m
68.4 x 108 m
6.84 x 108 m
6.84 x 10-9 m
6.84 x 109 m
0.000000000143 g
-1.43 x 1010 g
1.43 x 10-10 g
14.3 x 1010 g
14.3 x 10-10 g
COMPLETE
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Answer:

D & B

Explanation:

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If a pure compound is distilled, the head temperature will be____compared to the pot temperature. If however, an impurity is present that strongly interacts with the liquid molecules, then the____has to be increased in order to increase the vapor pressure of the liquid, ultimately to____atmospheric pressure, allowing the liquid to boil. Thus, at boiling point, the pot temperature will be____from that of the head temperature.

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Answer:

If a pure compound is distilled, the temperature of the head will be compared to the temperature of the pot. However, if there is an impurity present that strongly interacts with the molecules of the liquid, then the temperature must be increased to increase the vapor pressure of the liquid, eventually to atmospheric pressure, allowing the liquid to boil. Therefore, at the boiling point, the temperature of the pot will be higher than the temperature of the head.

Explanation:

when temperatures increase, pressures also do so, thus reaching boiling points where liquid states become gaseous.

Tris is a molecule that can be used to prepare buffers for biochemical experiments. It exists in two forms: Tris (a base) and TrisH (an acid). The MW of Tris base is 121.14 g/mol; the MW of TrisH is 157.6 g/mol (the extra weight is due to the Cl- counterion that is present in the acid). The Ka of the acid is 8.32 X 10-9. Assume that you have TrisH in solid form (a powder), unlimited 1M HCl, unlimited 1 M NaOH and an unlimited supply of distilled water. How would you prepare 1 L of a 0.02 M Tris Buffer, pH

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Solution :

The reaction :

[tex]$\text{TrisH}^+ + \text{H}_2\text{O} \rightarrow \text{Tris}^- +\text{H}_3\text{O}^+$[/tex]

We have

[tex]$K_a = \frac{[\text{Tris}^-]\times[\text{H}_3\text{O}^-]}{[\text{TrisH}^+]}$[/tex]

     [tex]$=\frac{x^2}{0.02-x}$[/tex]

     [tex]$= 8.32 \times 10^{-9}$[/tex]

Clearing x, we have [tex]$x=1.29 \times 10^{-5}$[/tex] moles of acid

Now to reach pH = [tex]$7.8 (\text{ pOH} = 14-7.8 = 6.2)$[/tex], we must have an [tex]$OH^-$[/tex] concentration of

[tex]$[OH^-] = 10^{-pOH}$[/tex]

          [tex]$=10^{-6.2}$[/tex]

         [tex]$=6.31 \times 10^{-7}$[/tex] moles of base

We must add enough NaOH of 1 M to neutralize the acid calculated above and also add the calculated base.

[tex]$n \ NaOH = 1.29 \times 10^{-5} + 6.31 \times 10^{-7}$[/tex]

               [tex]$=1.35 \times 10^{-5}$[/tex] moles

Vol [tex]$NaOH = 1.35 \times 10^{-5} \text{ moles} \times \frac{1000 \ mL}{1 \ mol}$[/tex]

                 = 0.0135 L

Tris mass [tex]$H^+ = 0.02 \text{ mol} \times 157.6 \ g/mol$[/tex]

                        = 3.152 g

To prepare the said solution we must mix

-- [tex]$3.152 \ g \text{ TrisH}^+$[/tex]

-- [tex]$0.0135 \ mL \ NaOH \ 1M$[/tex]

-- [tex]$\text{Gauge to 1000 mL with H}_2\text{O}$[/tex]

Which of the following do scientists use to form a hypothesis?

A.
A question and observations

B.
A conclusion and data

C.
A conclusion and a theory

D.
A question and opinions

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Explanation:

The scientific method involves making observations and asking questions. Scientists form hypotheses based on these observations and then develop controlled experiments to collecting and analyze data. Using this data, they are able to draw conclusions and form questions for new scientific research.

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Name the functional group in the
following molecule:
HSCH2CH3
A. alkane
B. amide
C. thiol
D. alkyl halide

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Answer:

C. thiol

Explanation:

Answer:

it's C thiol I just took the test

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Explanation:

Unknown compound Q is spotted on a TLC plate that is then developed in dichloromethane. The solvent front is measured at 5.2 cm and the distance traveled by compound Q is measured at 3.4 cm. A sample of aspirin is spotted on a TLC plate that is then developed in dichloromethane. The solvent front is measured at 4.15 cm and the distance traveled by aspirin is measured at 2.70 cm. What can be determined about the identity of compound Q in light of this data

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Answer:

Follows are the solution to the given question:

Explanation:

The Rf value on the Q is =0.65

The Rf value in the acetaminophen is =0.651

In this question, its identity the Q is probably in the acetaminophen since the value which is used to calculates, and however almost the same, and it is used to ensure the other document which is the substances, that are evaluated.

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Answer: Im answering this for points

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How many moles are 9.9 * 1024 molecules of methane?

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There would be 0.79 moles

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Answer:

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Explanation:

Answer:

m i l k

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Which units can be used to measure length or distance? Check all that apply.
gram
meter
kilometer
liter
inch

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Answer:

Meter, kilometer & inch - used to measure length or distance.

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During lunch each day, Alex and Hailey have been noticing the trashcans around the lunchroom are filling rather quickly with cans and bottles. They decide a recycling program would be beneficial for their school and the environment, so they brainstorm ways to get the program started. Before discussing their idea with the principal, they need to decide which of their plans would best solve the problem. Which of their ideas would best solve the problem with the least amount of inconvenience (disturbance) for everyone involved? A) Ask volunteers to separate recyclable materials from the trash. B) Remove all vending machines that sell plastic bottles or aluminum cans. C) Get a petition started to build a recycling center close to the school. D) Place plastic and metal recycling bins next to each lunchroom trash can

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Answer:

c

Explanation:

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The ideas that would best solve the problem with the least amount of inconvenience is to place plastic and metal recycling bins next to each lunchroom trash can.

What is recycling?

The term recycling has to do with the reuse of a material after it has passed through certain processes. The idea of recycling is highly beneficial to the environment.

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Pb(NO3)+MgI2=Mg(NO3)+PbI2 what type of reaction?

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Pb(NO3) + MgI2 = Mg(NO3) + PbI2 is an example of a double-replacement reaction.

Think about a hot summer afternoon at the beach
or a lake. How do the temperatures of the sand
and water compare?
A. The sand is hot; the water is cool.
B. The sand is hot; the water is hot.
C. The sand is cool; the water is cool.
D. The sand is cool; the water is hot.

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A. Would be the correct answer :-)

Answer:

D

Explanation:

I say this because of this that I read. There was a study shown

"Our experiment was a success. We obtained data that answered our problem, “Which substance absorbs the most heat on a hot day? Sand, water, or sand with water?” The results showed that from the twenty-five trials: the cup of sand temperature ranged from 63-68°C, cup of water temperature ranged from 71-77°C, and the cup of sand with water temperature ranged from 66-71°C. Based on our data, our hypothesis was incorrect. We hypothesized that the sand would absorb the most heat since it is darker and less reflective than water; but from our data, water absorbed the most heat. In conclusion, sand absorbed the least amount of heat and water absorbed the most. Next time we want to cool down at the beach, we’ll know where to go!"

This was an experiment that was performed and this is the conclusion

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1. why do the elements within a group of the periodic table have similar chemical properties?​

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Answer:

the elements in a group have similar electron configurations, an elements electron configuration determines its chemical properties, therefore members of a group in the periodic table have similar chemical properties. ... These metals have a single valence electron and are extremely reactive.

Explanation:

Answer:

Because they all have one or more atoms of the same type material

Explanation:

Which change represents an oxidation reaction?

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Here is the answer. (E) F e + Cu2^+^ — Fe^2+^ + Cu
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