Radioactive decay follows: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Radioactive decay follows:
A. First-order kinetics
B. Pseudo-first order
C. Second-order kinetics
D. Zero-order kinetics
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Radioactive decay is a first-order process because the rate of decay is proportional to the number of radioactive nuclei present. Half-life is constant, independent of initial amount.

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