Which two group 14 elements have magic nuclei, making them more stable and common?
ACarbon and tin
BSilicon and lead
CGermanium and tin
DTin and lead
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Tin and lead
Tin has 50 protons and lead 82 protons, both magic numbers, which raises nuclear stability.
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