The Mass of an Atom of Carbon-12 (Z = 6)is

question 122

Short Answer

The mass of an atom of carbon-12 (Z = 6)is less than the mass of 6 protons and 6 neutrons because of __________.

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Scientific Theory

A well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world, based on a body of facts that have been repeatedly confirmed through observation and experimentation.

Testable

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Predictions

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Critical Thinking

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