MCAT Question of the Day


  • Q:

    Atomic nuclei can be bombarded together to form much heavier atoms for further study. In one experiment, researchers complete the following reaction:

    24494Pu + 4820Ca → 292114X → 289114Y + 3 10n

    Which of the following describes the relationship between X and Y?


     

    A

    X and Y are different ions of the same element.

    B

    X and Y are different elements.

    C

    X and Y are different isotopes of the same element.

    D

    X and Y are unrelated.



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