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MCQ
An element has two isotopes: X-10 (50%) and X-12 (50%). Its average atomic mass is:
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A 10
B 11
C 12
D 22
Explanation

Average = (0.5 x 10) + (0.5 x 12) = 5 + 6 = 11 amu.

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