How Many Electrons Are Present in the Ion of the Isotope

question 48

Multiple Choice

How many electrons are present in the ion of the isotope of cobalt, 60Co2+ if cobalt has an atomic number of 27?

• A) 33
• B) 29
• C) 27
• D) 25

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