Which type of heavy atomic nuclei are most common, and why?
A)Transuranium elements, for only very heavy elements are made in supernovae.
B)Odd numbered elements, because hydrogen is the building block for all heavier elements.
C)Even numbered elements, for helium is "giant food" for everything beyond itself.
D)Metals, for iron is the last abundant element formed before the Type II supernova.
E)Noble gases, for they are the most stable elements.

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Even-numbered elements are more common in the universe because of the process of stellar nucleosynthesis, where helium (with an atomic number of 2) plays a crucial role in the formation of heavier elements. This process tends to favor the creation of elements with even atomic numbers, as they can be formed through successive helium fusion reactions.

Which Type of Heavy Atomic Nuclei Are Most Common, and Why