The formula to calculate the decays per minute is:
\[ DPM = \frac{D}{T} \]
Where:
Decays per minute (DPM) is a measure of the rate at which radioactive decays occur in a given sample over a period of one minute. It is a common unit used in nuclear physics and radiology to quantify the activity of a radioactive substance. The DPM value helps in understanding the intensity of the radioactive source and is crucial for applications such as medical imaging, radiation therapy, and nuclear power generation.
Let's assume the following values:
Using the formula to calculate the decays per minute:
\[ DPM = \frac{500}{10} = 50 \]
The decays per minute is 50.