Which of the Following Statements About Isotopes Is FALSE

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about isotopes is FALSE?

• A) Isotopes are atoms with the same number of protons but different numbers of neutrons.
• B) Most elements naturally have more than one isotope.
• C) Isotopes are atoms with the same atomic number but different mass numbers.
• D) An isotope with more neutrons will have a greater mass than an isotope with fewer neutrons.
• E) Isotopes are present in equal quantities.

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