An electron has a mass that is approximately ____________ that of the proton?

Correct answer: B. 1/1836 (approximately)

  • A. 1836 (approximately)
  • B. 1/1836 (approximately)
  • C. 1
  • D.

Explanation

An electron is about 1836 times lighter than a proton, so its mass is approximately 1/1836 of the proton mass. The value 1836 describes the proton-to-electron mass ratio, not the electron-to-proton ratio.

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