An unknown element X has the following isotopes: $2X (89.00% abundant), *X (8.00% abundant), 50X (3.00% abundant). What is the average atomic mass in amu of X?

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An unknown element X has the following isotopes: 52X (89.00%
abundant), 4X (8.00% abundant), 50X (3.00% abundant). What is the
average atomic mass in amu of X?
Transcribed Image Text:An unknown element X has the following isotopes: 52X (89.00% abundant), 4X (8.00% abundant), 50X (3.00% abundant). What is the average atomic mass in amu of X?
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