Half-life / Decay

Radioactive decay; t½, λ, τ, A; isotope presets

About this tool

First-order radioactive (or any exponential) decay.

Inputs

  • Half-life t½ with unit (s / min / h / d / y) or pick an isotope preset.
  • Initial amount N₀ (atoms, mass, or activity).
  • Time t.

Output

  • Decay constant λ = ln 2 / t½ and mean lifetime τ = 1/λ.
  • Fraction remaining and N(t).
  • Activity A₀ and A(t) = λ N(t).
  • 10-row half-life table for quick mental estimates.