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Question 39

Which statements correctly describe mass number A? Select all that apply.

  1. It counts protons and neutrons in one nucleus.Correct answer
  2. It includes every electron around the nucleus.
  3. It is the total nucleon count for a specified nuclide.Correct answer
  4. It is always the decimal relative atomic mass in a table.

Explanation

Protons and neutrons are nucleons, so their combined count gives A for a particular nuclide. Electrons are excluded, and a tabulated decimal average is not the same quantity as this count.

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