How many neutrons are present in atom with mass number and atomic number 37 and 17 respectively?
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Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The mass number = number of neutrons + atomic number.
number of neutrons = The mass number - atomic number.
number of neutrons = 37 - 17 = 20
The mass number = number of neutrons + atomic number.
number of neutrons = The mass number - atomic number.
number of neutrons = 37 - 17 = 20