13. There are two isotopes of helium: helium-3 and helium-4….

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13. There аre twо isоtоpes of helium: helium-3 аnd helium-4.  3He is proposed to be а safer nuclear fuel compared to uranium and plutonium.   It has been suggested that the moon could be mined for helium-3. (WCSP[x], 9 points)  Table 1: Isotopes of helium and abundance on the moon. Isotope Mass abundance 3He 3.016 amu ? 4He 4.003 amu 3.66% a.  What is the percent abundance of helium-3 on the moon? b.  What is the average atomic mass of helium on the moon?  (show all work for full credit) c.  Given the atomic mass of helium on the periodic table, what isotope is more abundant here on earth?  Explain in a few words (no calculation).   Periodic Table Data Sheet Do not enter an answer in the box below.  Please show your work on paper.  This will be submitted at the end of the exam.

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