exponential decay
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A decrease in a quantity at a rate proportional to its current value, so it shrinks quickly at first and then more slowly.
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Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Radioactive substances lose their mass through _____ over time."
Answer: exponential decay
In your own words, what does "exponential decay" mean?
A decrease in a quantity at a rate proportional to its current value, so it shrinks quickly at first and then more slowly.
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