A researcher uses neutral atoms of isotope X in a chemical reaction. The researcher wants to repeat the reaction using a different isotope of the same element.
| Atom | Atomic number | Mass number |
|---|---|---|
| X | 14 | 28 |
| P | 14 | 30 |
| Q | 15 | 30 |
| R | 14 | 28 |
Which candidate, P, Q or R, should the researcher use?
Explain why the candidate is suitable and why it should undergo the same chemical reactions as X.
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