Which of the following is made up of more neutrons than protons?
Correct answer: C. U
- A. H
- B. O
- C. U
- D. None of these options are correct
Explanation
The nucleus of Hydrogen is made up of one proton and zero neutrons. The nucleus of Oxygen is made up of 8 protons and 8 neutrons. The nucleus of Uranium is made up of 92 protons and 146 neutrons. Therefore, the Uranium nucleus is made up of more neutrons than protons.
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