The symbol represents a nucleus of cobalt.
2759Co {}^{59}_{27}\text{Co} 2759CoWhich option correctly gives the numbers of protons and neutrons in this nucleus?
27 protons, 32 neutrons
27 protons, 59 neutrons
32 protons, 27 neutrons
32 protons, 59 neutrons
284 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 5.1 The nuclear model of the atom, covering 5.1.1a Structure of the atom and ions, 5.1.1b Alpha-particle scattering, 5.1.2a Composition of the nucleus and isotopes, 5.1.2b Proton number, nucleon number and nuclide notation, and 5.1.2c Nuclear fission and nuclear fusion. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.