Multiple Choice
The ozone layer absorbs most of the incoming _____ radiation.
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2. Atoms & Elements
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Which element is the most abundant in air and has an atomic number of 7?
A
Oxygen
B
Carbon
C
Hydrogen
D
Nitrogen
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Identify the atomic number given in the problem, which is 7.
Recall that the atomic number corresponds to the number of protons in an element's nucleus and uniquely identifies the element.
Use the periodic table to find the element with atomic number 7; this element is Nitrogen (N).
Understand that Nitrogen makes up about 78% of the Earth's atmosphere, making it the most abundant element in air.
Confirm that the other options (Oxygen, Carbon, Hydrogen) have different atomic numbers and are less abundant in air compared to Nitrogen.
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