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 because they are formed by the fusion of helium nuclei, which have two protons, leading to a prevalence of even atomic numbers in the universe.

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