Chemistry (12th Edition)

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Chapter 4 - Atomic Structure - 4.3 Distinguishing Among Atoms - 4.3 Lesson Check - Page 119: 28

Answer

To calculate the atomic mass, the mass of each isotope is multiplied by its natural abundance (expressed and converted to a decimal) and they are added together.

Work Step by Step

To calculate the atomic mass of any given, the mass of each isotope is multiplied by its natural abundance in the atmosphere (expressed as a decimal) and then they are added together.
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