Chemistry: The Molecular Science (5th Edition)

Published by Cengage Learning
ISBN 10: 1285199049
ISBN 13: 978-1-28519-904-7

Chapter 2 - Chemical Compounds - Questions for Review and Thought - Applying Concepts - Page 90f: 119d

Answer

This set of values is impossible.

Work Step by Step

1. Is the atomic number equal to the number of protons? - Yes, they are equal. (15) 2. Is the sum of the number of protons and neutrons equal to the mass number? Sum: $15 + 15 = 30$ Mass number: 32 - No, they aren't equal. ($30 \ne 32$) - Therefore, these values aren't possible.
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