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The radioactive decay of uranium to lead involves a series of nuclear transformations in which the nucleus of the atom emits particles and radiation, leading to a series of intermediate products before reaching a stable state. The main process occurs through the decay series of Uranium-238 to Lead-206. Each step of the process is characterized by a specific half-life, ranging from microseconds to billions of years, affecting the rate of transformation from one isotope to the next. This complex decay pathway illustrates the continuous and natural transformation of matter, resulting in the formation of stable elements from unstable radioactive isotopes. Become a member of this channel and help maintain scientific dissemination in Brazil: / @fisicoradioativo Technical Sheet Script: Denis Wiener Presentation and Direction: Denis Wiener Editing: Denis Wiener Do it all: Denis Wiener