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  • Calculating Atomic Mass: Understanding Protons and Neutrons
    Here's how to determine the atomic mass:

    * Protons (p): The number of protons defines the element. In this case, 19 protons indicate the element is Potassium (K).

    * Neutrons (n): Neutrons contribute to the atomic mass.

    * Atomic Mass: Atomic mass is approximately equal to the sum of protons and neutrons.

    Calculation:

    Atomic mass ≈ protons + neutrons

    Atomic mass ≈ 19 + 20

    Atomic mass ≈ 39

    Therefore, the atomic mass of this atom is approximately 39.

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