Ask Question
11 September, 16:30

If an isotope has 8 protons and 10 neutrons in it's nucleus, what is it's atomic mass?

A. 18

B. 8

C. 10

D. not enough information to calculate

+1
Answers (2)
  1. 11 September, 16:51
    0
    A is the correct answer
  2. 11 September, 16:58
    0
    The atomic mass is always equal to the sum of protons and neutrons in the nucleus. If you add the number of protons and neutrons (8 + 10) = 18 you will find that the atomic mass is 18.
Know the Answer?
Not Sure About the Answer?
Find an answer to your question 👍 “If an isotope has 8 protons and 10 neutrons in it's nucleus, what is it's atomic mass? A. 18 B. 8 C. 10 D. not enough information to ...” in 📗 Physics if the answers seem to be not correct or there’s no answer. Try a smart search to find answers to similar questions.
Search for Other Answers