How to Calculate Relative Atomic Mass Without Abundance Information?

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To calculate the relative atomic mass of titanium isotopes 46-Ti and 47-Ti without abundance information, one must recognize that relative atomic mass typically relies on the weighted average based on isotopic abundance. Without specific abundance data, it is impossible to accurately compute the relative atomic mass. The example provided for chlorine illustrates the necessity of abundance values in such calculations. Therefore, without additional information on the isotopic distribution of titanium, the calculation cannot be completed. Accurate determination of relative atomic mass requires knowledge of the relative abundances of the isotopes involved.
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Homework Statement


46-Ti
47-Ti

Using the information in Table 1.1, calulate the relative atomic mass of this sample of titanium, Give your answer to 3 significant figures.


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I only know how to figure out the relative atom mass if there is an abundance to the elements, for chlorine:

37 * 0.25 + 35 * 0.75 = 35.5

But for this i have no idea how to go about it.
 
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If there is no other information, it can't be calculated.
 

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