Which of the following is NOT a nuclear "magic number"?
A) 8
B) 82
C) 28
D) 58
E) 20

Name: Which of the following is NOT a nuclear "magic number"? A) 8 B) 82 C) 28 D) 58 E) 20
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Nuclear magic numbers are specific numbers of nucleons (either protons or neutrons) that are arranged into complete shells within the atomic nucleus. The known magic numbers are 2, 8, 20, 28, 50, 82, and 126. The number 58 is not among these recognized magic numbers, making it the correct choice.

Which of the Following Is NOT a Nuclear "Magic Number