Question

Deuterium is a relatively uncommon form of hydrogen, but can be created from what common source? Select one: A. Coal B. Air C. Natural Gas D. Water

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Water

Explanation:

Isotopes -

For some elements , there are various forms possible , which have different number of neutron and same number of protons , are referred to as the isotopes .

The three isotopes possible for the element hydrogen are -

Protium , Deuterium and Tritium .

Where ,

• Protium has one electron , one proton and zero neutron.

• Deuterium has one electron , one proton and one neutron.

• Tritium has one electron , one proton and two neutron.

Deuterium is very rarely found on Earth , but can easily be prepared from water , which is known as deuterated water , which is helpful for isotopic labelling.