What percentage of the mass of the solar nebula consisted of elements other than hydrogen and helium?
A)0 percent
B)0.1 percent
C)2 percent
D)20 percent
E)80 percent

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Studies of meteorites suggest that the solar nebula consisted of about 98% hydrogen and helium, and 2% heavier elements such as carbon, silicon, oxygen, and nitrogen. Therefore, the correct answer is (C) 2 percent.

What Percentage of the Mass of the Solar Nebula Consisted