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Chemistry · May / June 2019 · Paper 12 · Question 5

5070Atomic structure and the Periodic Table

Two particles, K$^+$ and Ar, can be written as $^{39}_{19}$K$^+$ and $^{40}_{18}$Ar. Which statement about these particles is correct?

  1. AAr has more neutrons than K$^+$.
  2. BK has more nucleons than Ar.
  3. CK$^+$ has 20 electrons.
  4. DK$^+$ has a greater mass than Ar.

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Correct answer: A. Ar has more neutrons than K$^+$.

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