While most isotopes of light elements such as oxygen and phosphorus contain relatively equal amounts of protons and neutrons in the nucleus, recent results indicate that a new class of isotopes called neutron-rich isotopes can be prepared. These neutron-rich isotopes push the limits of nuclear stability as the large numbers of neutrons approach the “neutron drip line.” Neutron- rich isotopes may play a critical role in the nuclear processes of stars. Determine the number of neutrons in the following neutron-rich isotopes: (a) 40Mg, (b) 44Si, (c) 48Ca, (d) 43Al.
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