Strontium (Sr, atomic number 38, average atomic mass = 87.62) naturally exists as 4 stable isotopes with masses of 84, 86, 87, and 88.  Which statement is correct?  A.Strontium-86 is the most abundant.  B.Strontium-87 is the most abundant.  C.Strontium-88 is the most abundant.  D.All strontium isotopes are equally abundant

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Strontium (Sr, atomic number 38, average atomic mass = 87.62) naturally exists as 4 stable isotopes with masses of 84, 86, 87, and 88.  Which statement is correct? 

A.Strontium-86 is the most abundant. 

B.Strontium-87 is the most abundant. 

C.Strontium-88 is the most abundant. 

D.All strontium isotopes are equally abundant.

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