For a substance,the fraction of its initial quantity $(N_0)$ which will disintegrate in its average lifetime is about $(e = 2.71)$.

  • A
    $(1/3) N_0$
  • B
    $(1/2) N_0$
  • C
    $(2/3) N_0$
  • D
    $(0.9) N_0$

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