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Argon has three naturally occurring isotopes, with mass numbers 36, 38, and 40.a. Write th...

Argon has three naturally occurring isotopes, with mass numbers 36, 38, and 40.

a. Write the atomic symbol for each of these atoms.

b. How are these isotopes alike?

c. How are they different?

d. Why is the atomic mass of argon listed on the periodic table not a whole number?

e. Which isotope is the most prevalent in a sample of argon?

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