An Oxygen Atom Can Have 8, 9, or 10 Neutrons

question 38

Multiple Choice

An oxygen atom can have 8, 9, or 10 neutrons in its nucleus. This variation describes

• A) atomic number.
• B) electric charge.
• C) bonding characteristics.
• D) isotopes.
• E) proton therapy.

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