The Sum of the Number of Protons and Neutrons in a Nucleus

question 18

Multiple Choice

The sum of the number of protons and neutrons in a nucleus is referred to as the _____ number.

• A) potential
• B) elemental
• C) atomic
• D) magnetic
• E) mass

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