What information would you need to calculate the average atomic mass of an element?

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Chemistry

Mikayla Bradley

27 February, 06:21

What information would you need to calculate the average atomic mass of an element?

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Kylie Lucero · Answer 1

Calculating the average atomic mass of an element would require the masses of its isotopes and their percent abundances.

Explanation:

To calculate the average atomic mass of an element you must multiply the masses of its isotopes with the percent abundance divided by 100. Then you add them together for your answer.