The Number of Protons in the Nucleus of an Atom

question 18

Multiple Choice

The number of protons in the nucleus of an atom determines

• A) the half-life of the nucleus.
• B) the density of the nucleus.
• C) the atomic mass.
• D) the number of neutrons in the nucleus.

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