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How many neutrons are there in 23892U?


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148
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146
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144
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92
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Solution

The correct option is B 146

Mass number = Number of neutrons + Atomic number (number of protons)

Number of neutrons = Mass number - Atomic number

Mass number of U = 238
Atomic number of U = 92

Therefore, number of neutrons of U
= 238 - 92
= 146


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