Naturally occurring element X exists in three isotopic forms: X-28 (27.977 amu, 32.21% abundance), X-29 (28.976 amu, 14.70% abundance), and X-30 (29.974 amu, 53.09% abundance). Calculate the atomic weight of X. Select one: a. 35.29 amu b. 28.92 amu c. 29.28 amu d. 25.80 amu e. 29.18 amu

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Naturally occurring element X exists in three isotopic forms: X-28 (27.977 amu, 32.21% abundance), X-29 (28.976 amu, 14.70% abundance), and X-30 (29.974 amu, 53.09% abundance). Calculate the atomic weight of X.

Select one:
a.

35.29 amu

b.

28.92 amu

c.

29.28 amu

d.

25.80 amu

e.

29.18 amu

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