Enter the half-life and the molar mass of a radio nuclide into the calculator to determine the specific activity.
Specific Activity Formula
The following formula is used to calculate a specific activity.
a = 1.32X10^{16} / (T1/2 * M)- Where a is the specific activity (Bq/g)
- T1/2 is the half-life (years)
- M is the molar mass (g/mol)
Specific Activity Definition
Specific activity is a measure of activity per quantity of a radio nuclide. Activity is a measure of the number of radioactive transformations per second that occur.
Specific Activity Example
How to calculate specific activity?
- First, determine the half life.
Calculate the half-life of the nuclide. You can use the calculator linked above for more help on thin.
- Next, determine the molar mass.
Calculate or measure the molar mass in grams per mole.
- Finally, calculate the specific activity.
Calculate the specific activity using the formula above.
FAQ
What is a radio nuclide?
A radio nuclide is the nucleus of a radioactive material.
