An element X has isotopic masses of 6 and 7. if the relative abundance is 1 to 12.5 respectively, what is the relative atomic mass of X?
- 6.0
- 6.1
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6.9
- 7.0
The correct answer is: C
Explanation
Contribution by isotope 6 = 6 x 1 = 6contribution by isotope 7 = 7 x 12.5 = 87.5
This contribution is made by 1 + 12.5 = 13.5 atoms
Relative atomic mass of = 87.5 + 6 = 93.5/13.5 = 6.9