The discussion revolves around determining how many electrons would be required to have a mass equivalent to one hydrogen atom, given the masses of both particles. The subject area involves concepts from atomic physics and mass calculations.
Participants are exploring different interpretations of their calculations, with some expressing confusion about the results they obtained. There is a recognition of a possible correct answer, but no consensus has been reached on the process leading to that answer.
Some participants express uncertainty about their mathematical steps and the implications of their results, indicating a need for clarification on the calculations involved.
littlkj5 said:Homework Statement
If the mass of a hydrogen atom is 1.67*10-27kg and the mass of an electron is 9.1*10-31kh, how many electrons would be required to have a mass equivalent to one hydrogen atom?
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The Attempt at a Solution
I tried dividing them into each other but I got some weird answer which didn't seem like it was right.
littlkj5 said:1.835x10^(-28)
littlkj5 said:I wonder what I did wrong.
So you are saying it is 1.835x10^3