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`U^(238)` is found to be in secular equilibrium with `Ra^(226)` on its ore. If chemical analysis shows 1 nuclei of `Ra^(226)` per `3.6xx10^(-6)` nuclei of `U^(238)`, find the half-life of `U^(238)`. Given the half-life is 1500 years.

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To solve the problem, we need to apply the concept of secular equilibrium between the radioactive isotopes Uranium-238 (U-238) and Radium-226 (Ra-226). The relationship in secular equilibrium states that the decay rate of the parent isotope (U-238) equals the decay rate of the daughter isotope (Ra-226). ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Secular Equilibrium**: In secular equilibrium, the decay rates of the parent and daughter isotopes are equal: \[ \lambda_U N_U = \lambda_{Ra} N_{Ra} ...
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