The time interval during which a nucleus has a 50% probability of decaying is its
A)half-life.
B)decay time.
C)nuclei activation time.
D)binding energy time.
E)none of the above.

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The definition given in the question is exactly that of half-life. Therefore, the correct answer is (A) half-life. The other options are not relevant to the definition given in the question.

The Time Interval During Which a Nucleus Has a 50