Q. The graph which represents the correct variation of logarithm of activity (log $A$) versus time, in figure is

A) $A$
B) $B$
C) $C$
D) $D$
Explanation

(d) Activity $A = \lambda\ N_{0}e^{- \lambda t}$
$\Rightarrow \log_{e}A = \log_{e}\lambda N_{0} + \log_{e}e^{- \lambda t}$
$\Rightarrow \log_{e}A = \log_{e}C - \lambda t$ [Take $\lambda N_{0} = C$]
$\Rightarrow \log_{e}A = - \lambda t + \log_{e}C$
This is the equation of a straight line having negative slope $( = - \lambda)$ and positive intercept on $\log_{e}A$ axis

Dr. Abubacker
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Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist

Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.

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