What is the half-life of this isotope

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Problem: Suppose that 40 grams of a radioactive isotope is discovered to have 1.25 grams remaining after 24 hours.

Part A- What is the half-life of this isotope?

I want you to explain the physics in this problem, please provide each step.

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