Mass spectrometry of elements Knowledge-Based Practice

Chemistry · Atomic Structure · Chemistry · Atoms & Subatomic Particles

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    The mass spectrum of a naturally occurring element displays two peaks for singly charged ions at m/z=10.0m/z = 10.0 with a relative abundance of 20.0% and at m/z=11.0m/z = 11.0 with a relative abundance of 80.0%. What is the average atomic mass of this element?

    • A) 10.2 u
    • B) 10.5 u
    • C) 10.8 u
    • D) 11.0 u

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