Which Type of Heavy Atomic Nuclei Are Most Common,and Why

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which type of heavy atomic nuclei are most common,and why?

• A) Transuranium elements, for only very heavy elements are made in supernovae.
• B) Odd numbered elements, because hydrogen is the building block for all heavier elements.
• C) Even numbered elements, for helium is "giant food" for everything beyond itself.
• D) Metals, for iron is the last abundant element formed before the type II supernova.
• E) Noble gases, for they are the most stable elements.

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