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How long will the plant have been dead when 87.5 percent of its C-14 has become N-14?

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50% - one half life — 5,730 years

25% — two half lifes — 11,460 years

12.5% — three half lifes — 17,190 years

6.25% — four half lifes — 22,920 years

3.125% — five half lifes — 28,650 years

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