There are only two naturally occurring isotopes of antimony: 121Sb (120.90 amu) and 123Sb (122.90 amu). The atomic weight of antimony given in the Periodic Table is 121.75. Which of the two isotopes has the greater natural abundance?

There are only two naturally occurring isotopes of antimony: 121Sb (120.90 amu) and 123Sb (122.90 amu). The atomic weight of antimony given in the Periodic Table is 121.75. Which of the two isotopes has the greater natural abundance?

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Chapter1: Chemical Foundations

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