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According to the periodic table, the average atomic mass of helium is A) 2 amu. B) 2.0026 amu. C) 4.0026 amu. D) 6.0026 amu.

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Answer:

C) 4.0026 amu

Step-by-step explanation:

Helium (He) is the 2nd element on the Periodic Table.

It's neutral atom has 2 protons and 2 electrons.

It is in the 1st period and the 18th row.

It is also a Noble gas.

According to the periodic table, the average atomic mass of helium is A) 2 amu. B-example-1
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