Chapter 8 Journey Inside the Atom - Part 5

Why are fractional atomic masses observed for many elements in the periodic table?

Type: MCQ • Marks: 1
Why are fractional atomic masses observed for many elements in the periodic table?
Options
A. Because electrons weigh differently
B. Because of the presence of isotopes with different relative abundances
C. Because protons have fractional mass
D. Measurement errors
Explanation
Average atomic mass is a weighted average of naturally occurring isotopes.
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