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  • Neutron Count in a Uranium Atom: A Detailed Explanation
    A normal uranium atom has 146 neutrons.

    Here's how we figure that out:

    * Atomic Number: Uranium has an atomic number of 92. This means it has 92 protons.

    * Atomic Mass: Uranium has an atomic mass of approximately 238. This is the sum of protons and neutrons.

    * Calculating Neutrons: To find the number of neutrons, subtract the atomic number from the atomic mass: 238 - 92 = 146.

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