A Stable Isotope of Phosphorus Has an Atomic Number of 15

question 63

Multiple Choice

A stable isotope of phosphorus has an atomic number of 15 and an atomic mass of 31.How many neutrons does this isotope of phosphorus have?

• A) 14
• B) 16
• C) 30
• D) 31
• E) 46

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Definitions:

Fallacy Of Composition

An error in reasoning that arises from assuming that what is true of the parts must also be true of the whole.

Slippery Slope Fallacy

A logical fallacy suggesting that one small step will inevitably lead to a chain of related negative events.

Slippery Slope Fallacy

A logical fallacy that occurs when an argument falsely assumes that one action will lead to a series of other actions resulting in a negative outcome, without providing evidence for such a causal chain.

Fallacy Of Composition

The erroneous reasoning that what is true of the parts must also be true of the whole.