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Chapter 5, Problem 24E
Is it possible for two different atoms of carbon to have different numbers of neutrons in their nuclei? Explain.
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Calculate the mass defect of Nitrogen (A = 14, Z = 7). The atomic mass of Nitrogen is 14.00307 u. (Note: The mass of a hydrogen atom is mH =
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Calculate the loss of energy during the reaction.
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