Question 1
The nuclear symbol for an ion is shown below:\n\n$$^{65}_{30}\text{Zn}^{2+}$$\n\nHow many neutrons are present in this zinc ion?
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Chemistry · Unit 1 · Properties and structure of atoms · Atomic structure
Apply the nuclear symbol notation M𝑍 𝐴 to determine the number of protons, neutrons and electrons in atoms, ions and isotopes.
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Question 2
The nuclear symbol for a chlorine isotope is \(\ce{^{37}_{17}Cl^{-}}\). Determine the number of neutrons and the number of electrons in this ion.
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