The half-life of radium is 1690 years. If 80 grams are present now, how much will be present in 240 years? grams (Do not round until the final answer. Then round to the nearest thousandth as needed.)

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The half-life of radium is 1690 years. If 80 grams are present now, how much will be present in 240 years?
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(Do not round until the final answer. Then round to the nearest thousandth as needed.)
Transcribed Image Text:The half-life of radium is 1690 years. If 80 grams are present now, how much will be present in 240 years? grams (Do not round until the final answer. Then round to the nearest thousandth as needed.)
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