Chemistry: Structure and Properties
Chemistry: Structure and Properties
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ISBN: 9780321834683
Author: Nivaldo J. Tro
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 1, Problem 77E

Bromine has two naturally occurring isotopes (Br-79 and Br-81) and an atomic mass of 79.904 amu. The mass of Br-81 is 80.9163 amu, and its natural abundance is 49.31%. Calculate the mass and natural abundance of Br-79.

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Chemistry: Structure and Properties

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