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IB Physics HL E.3.13 Background radiation Question Bank

Practise IB Physics SL/HL E.3.13 by applying background radiation concepts to exam-style physics questions.

Syllabus
First assessment 2025
Course
Physics HL
Level
HL

Exam points

  • identify the relevant physical quantity, model or diagram
  • apply the correct equation and units to the evidence
  • justify the result using conservation laws, fields or energy relationships

E.3.13—Background radiation question 1

[Maximum number: 1]

The graph shows the variation with time t of the activity A of a sample of protactinium-234.

Figure for Question E.3.13—Background radiation question 1 — IB Physics HL

Suggest why the activity approaches a non-zero constant value.

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