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Half-Life Calculator

Find the remaining quantity after radioactive decay.

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How it works

Fill in the 3 fields above and Half-Life Calculator calculates the result instantly, recalculating as you change any value. It applies the formula N = N₀ × ½^(t / t½). The math runs locally in your browser — nothing is sent to a server.

Formula

N = N₀ × ½^(t / t½)

Examples

  • Initial amount 100, Half-life 5, Elapsed time 15 → Remaining: 12.5

Frequently asked questions

How do I use the Half-Life Calculator?

Enter your values in the 3 input fields and the result is calculated automatically as you type. Change any value to see the numbers update instantly.

What formula does the Half-Life Calculator use?

It uses N = N₀ × ½^(t / t½). The calculation is performed in your browser using standard, well-established math for accurate results.

Is my data private?

Yes. The Half-Life Calculator runs entirely in your browser. Nothing you enter is uploaded, saved to a server, or shared — it never leaves your device.

Is the Half-Life Calculator free?

Yes, it is completely free with no sign-up, no limits and no watermarks. Like every tool on math and the rest of the platform, you can use it as often as you like.

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