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Among the isotopes of all the elements (radioactive as well as non-radioactive), the n/p ratio is miNuclear Chemistry and Radioactivity Chemistry Question

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Among the isotopes of all the elements (radioactive as well as non-radioactive), the n/p ratio is minimum for

Answer: A

💡 Solution & Explanation

For protium (${}_1\text{H}^1$), the number of neutrons is 0 and the number of protons is 1. Thus, the n/p ratio is 0, which is the absolute minimum possible. Therefore, correct answer is A.

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