How is exponential decay applicable in geophysics?

By quantification of decreasing atmospheric oxygen

By quantification of increasing atmospheric oxygen

By quantification of fluctuating atmospheric oxygen

By quantification of constant atmospheric oxygen

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1/10 Questions

Which of these does not involve the application of exponential decay?
- Electrostatics
- Chemical reactions
- Heat transfer
- Friction

About This Quiz

Exponential decay is an abstract mathematical phenomenon which explains why some numbers decrease at a rate directly proportional to their present value. This can be expressed using Calculus. It can also be represented symbolically. This phenomenon is widely applied. Especially in natural sciences, the principle of exponential decay is useful. Do you understand it?

2.

What type of reactions follows exponential decay?
- First-order decay
- Third-order decay
- Exothermic reactions
- Endothermic reactions
Correct Answer

A. First-order decay

Explanation

Exponential decay is a type of decay in which the rate of decay is proportional to the amount of substance remaining. This type of decay is characteristic of first-order reactions, where the rate of reaction is directly proportional to the concentration of the reactant. In first-order decay, the amount of substance decreases exponentially over time, with a constant half-life. Therefore, the correct answer is "First-order decay".

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How is exponential decay applicable in geophysics?
- By quantification of decreasing atmospheric oxygen
- By quantification of increasing atmospheric oxygen
- By quantification of fluctuating atmospheric oxygen
- By quantification of constant atmospheric oxygen
Correct Answer

A. By quantification of decreasing atmospheric oxygen

Explanation

Exponential decay is applicable in geophysics through the quantification of decreasing atmospheric oxygen. This is because the concentration of atmospheric oxygen gradually decreases over time, following an exponential decay pattern. Geophysicists can measure and analyze this decay to understand various processes and phenomena, such as changes in atmospheric composition, climate change, and the impact of human activities on the environment.

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How is exponential decay applicable in pharmacology?
- Drug administration
- Bioavailability
- Therapeutics
- Drug metabolism
Correct Answer

A. Drug metabolism

Explanation

Exponential decay is applicable in pharmacology through drug metabolism. Drug metabolism refers to the process by which the body breaks down and eliminates drugs. This process follows an exponential decay pattern, where the drug concentration decreases over time as it is metabolized and eliminated from the body. Understanding drug metabolism is crucial in pharmacology as it helps determine the dosage and frequency of drug administration to maintain effective therapeutic levels in the body.

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5.

What variable undergoes exponential decay in heat transfer?
- Temperature difference
- Temperature medium
- Heat source
- Heat conduction
Correct Answer

A. Temperature difference

Explanation

Temperature difference undergoes exponential decay in heat transfer. As heat is transferred from a hotter object to a cooler object, the temperature difference between them decreases over time. This is because the rate of heat transfer is directly proportional to the temperature difference according to Newton's Law of Cooling. As the temperature difference decreases, the rate of heat transfer also decreases exponentially. Therefore, the temperature difference is the variable that undergoes exponential decay in heat transfer.

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6.

How is exponential decay applicable in finance?
- Tax evasion
- Tax enforcement
- Payment of retirement fund
- Budgeting
Correct Answer

A. Payment of retirement fund

Explanation

Exponential decay is applicable in finance for the payment of retirement funds because it represents the gradual decrease in the value of money over time. Retirement funds are typically invested in various financial instruments such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds, which generate returns over time. However, these returns may decrease over time due to factors like inflation or market fluctuations. Therefore, the value of retirement funds tends to decay exponentially, and it is important to plan and budget accordingly to ensure a steady income during retirement.

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7.

What is the duration of exponential decay in Polonium?
- 123 days
- 145 days
- 155 days
- 138 days
Correct Answer

A. 138 days

Explanation

The correct answer is 138 days. Polonium undergoes exponential decay, which means that its quantity decreases over time. The duration of this decay in Polonium is 138 days, indicating that after this time period, the amount of Polonium will have significantly decreased.

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8.

What is the length of exponential decay in Uranium?
- 234 days
- 189 days
- 177 days
- 23 days
Correct Answer

A. 23 days

Explanation

The correct answer is 23 days. Exponential decay refers to the time it takes for a substance to decrease by a certain factor. In the case of Uranium, it has a half-life of 23 days, meaning that it takes 23 days for half of the Uranium atoms to decay. This indicates that after 23 days, the amount of Uranium will be reduced by half, and the process continues in a similar manner.

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9.

What kind of quantity is influenced by exponential decay?
- Scalar quantity
- Vector quantity
- Linear quantity
- Uniform quantity
Correct Answer

A. Scalar quantity

Explanation

Exponential decay is a process in which a quantity decreases exponentially over time. Scalar quantity refers to a physical quantity that has only magnitude and no direction. In the context of exponential decay, the quantity being influenced is only changing in magnitude, not direction. Therefore, the correct answer is scalar quantity.

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10.

What mathematical phenomenon is most relevant to exponential decay in all contexts?
- Combination
- Probability
- Permutation
- Poisson process
Correct Answer

A. Poisson process

Explanation

The mathematical phenomenon most relevant to exponential decay in all contexts is the Poisson process. The Poisson process is a stochastic process that models the occurrence of events over time. It is often used to describe the decay of radioactive substances, the arrival of customers in a queue, or the occurrence of rare events. In the context of exponential decay, the Poisson process provides a mathematical framework to model the random and independent nature of decay events, where the rate of decay remains constant over time.

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