The Average Atomic Mass of Calcium Is 40

question 90

Multiple Choice

The average atomic mass of calcium is 40.078 amu. Which is likely to be the most abundant isotope of calcium?

• A) (⁴⁰Ca)
• B) (⁴²Ca)
• C) (⁴³Ca)
• D) (⁴⁴Ca)
• E) (⁴⁸Ca)

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