Composition of the nucleus. Isotopes
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1
How many protons and neutrons are in phosphorus (Z = 15, A = 31)?
15 protons, 16 neutrons.
2
Number of neutrons in lead (Z = 82, A = 207)?
125
3
Rubidium: ⁸⁵Rb (72 %) and ⁸⁷Rb (28 %). Calculate the average Aᵣ.
85.6
4
Why are ¹³C and ¹⁴N isotones?
C: 13 – 6 = 7 neutrons; N: 14 – 7 = 7 neutrons.
5
How many protons and neutrons are in the tritium nucleus (³H)?
1 proton, 2 neutrons.