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Genrish500
17 days ago
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An atom has an average atomic mass of about 24.3 amu. What is the chemical

Chemistry
2 answers:
VMariaS [2.6K]17 days ago
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The correct answer is (a). Explanation: The atomic number consists solely of the total count of protons found in an element. Conversely, the mass number is the cumulative total of both protons and neutrons in an element. Hence, an element with an average atomic mass of 24.3 amu should possess an atomic number of 12. According to the periodic table, only magnesium holds an atomic number of 12. Each element has a distinct atomic number, and the chemical symbol representing magnesium is Mg. Thus, we conclude that Mg is indeed the chemical symbol for the atom with an approximate average atomic mass of 24.3 amu.
VMariaS [2.6K]17 days ago
3 0
To start, consult the periodic table to pinpoint the element with an average atomic mass of 24.3. The amu is simply the number listed under the element, leading us to conclude that Mg is the answer.
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