Given the three naturally occurring isotopes of hydrogen (Protium, Deuterium, and Tritium), how many distinct homonuclear and heteronuclear diatomic molecules can theoretically exist in a highly energ

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Given the three naturally occurring isotopes of hydrogen (Protium, Deuterium, and Tritium), how many distinct homonuclear and heteronuclear diatomic molecules can theoretically exist in a highly energized plasma mixture of all three?

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: C. A diatomic molecule requires choosing 2 atoms from a pool of 3 distinct isotopes, with repetition allowed. The combinations are , , (homonuclear) and , , (heteronuclear), giving exactly 6 possible distinct diatomic molecules.

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