Question

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The nucleus of the atom contains 8 protons and 9 neutrons. What is the mass of the nucleus?

A 8 amu
B 9 amu
C 1 amu
D 17 amu

Answer 1

D 17 amu

Step-by-step explanation:

because all you have to do is add 9+8=17 :)

Answer 2

The mass of the nucleus is 17 amu.

Explanation

Given :

Number of Protons = 8

Number of Neutrons = 9

To Find :

Mass of the nucleus = ?

Solution :

The mass of the nucleus Mass= p+n

Where

p= protons in the atom

n= neutrons in the atom

So, substituting the values

Mass= 8+9

Mass= 17 amu