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How do I calculate the number of oxygen atoms in a sample that has a mass of 288 amu's?

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Step-by-step explanation:

To calculate the number of oxygen atoms in a sample of 288 amu, you would need to know the atomic mass of oxygen and the chemical formula of the sample.

Assuming that the sample is made of pure oxygen (O2), the atomic mass of oxygen is 16 amu. So, 288 amu / 16 amu/atom = 18 atoms of oxygen.

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