MCQ
Half life of radioactive element depends upon
  • A
    Amount of element present
  • B
    Temperature
  • C
    Pressure
  • The nature of the element

Answer

Correct option: D.
The nature of the element
d
(d)

Half life of a substance doesn't depends upon amount, temperature and pressure. It depends upon the nature of the substance.

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