If Two Protons and Two Neutrons Are Removed from the Nucleus

question 124

Multiple Choice

If two protons and two neutrons are removed from the nucleus of the oxygen-16 isotope, a nucleus of which element remains?

• A)nitrogen-12
• B)carbon-12
• C)neon-18
• D)carbon-14

---

Definitions:

Participant Observation

A method used in social science research involving the immersion of the researcher in the environment of their subjects to observe and engage in their activities to gain a deeper understanding of their culture or behavior.

Median

A statistical measure that represents the middle value in a given set of numbers, where half the numbers are above the median and half are below.

Arithmetic Average

A statistical measure calculated by adding a set of numbers together and then dividing by the count of these numbers.

Sociological Research

The study of society and social behavior by examining the groups, cultures, organizations, social institutions, and processes that people develop.