Using the following generic atom description,choose the correct method for determining the number of neutrons. $\begin{array} { l }
F \
G
\end{array}$ X
A)subtract G from F
B)subtract F from G
C)add F and G
D)divide F by G
E)look it up on the periodic table

Question

Using the following generic atom description,choose the correct method for determining the number of neutrons. $\begin{array} { l } 
F \
G
\end{array}$ X
A)subtract G from F
B)subtract F from G
C)add F and G
D)divide F by G
E)look it up on the periodic table

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The number of neutrons in an atom is determined by subtracting the atomic number (G) from the mass number (F).

Using the Following Generic Atom Description,choose the Correct Method for Determining