Determine the decay rate constant for the die-off of anthrax

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In 1908, H. Chick reported an experiment in which he disinfected anthrax spores with a 5% solution of phenol. The results of his experiment are tabulated below. Assuming the experiment was conducted in a completely-mixed batch reactor, determine the decay rate constant for the die-off of anthrax.

Concentration of survivors (number/mL) Time (min)

398 0
251 30
158 60

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Groundwater
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