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The isotope of hydrogen that has one proton and one neutron is called:

Correct answer: A. Deuterium

Protium has no neutron, deuterium has one and tritium has two. Water made with deuterium is called heavy water and is used in some nuclear reactors.

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The correct answer is A. Deuterium

Protium has no neutron, deuterium has one and tritium has two. Water made with deuterium is called heavy water and is used in some nuclear reactors.

Topic: Atoms, Elements and Alloys MCQs · Subject: Everyday Science