Question

Part B: Short Answer - Answer the following questions

6. Why are the elements so important?
7. The transition metal Cobalt has an atomic number of 27 and an atomic mass of approximately 59
AMU. How many neutrons does it have? Show all your calculations for full marks.
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Answer 1

7. 32neutrons

Step-by-step explanation:

mass number is equal to number of protons plus the number of neutrons

the atomic number is also known as the number of protons

therefore 59-27=32