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Direct linkERIC Number: EJ827423
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2009-Jan
Pages: 5
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ISSN: ISSN-0031-9120
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An Excel[TM] Model of a Radioactive Series
Andrews, D. G. H.
Physics Education, v44 n1 p 48-52 Jan 2009
A computer model of the decay of a radioactive series, written in Visual Basic in Excel[TM], is presented. The model is based on the random selection of cells in an array. The results compare well with the theoretical equations. The model is a useful tool in teaching this aspect of radioactivity. (Contains 4 figures.)
Descriptors: Radiation, Structural Equation Models, Programming, Mathematical Models, Physics, Thermodynamics, Foreign Countries, Computer Assisted Design
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: United Kingdom
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