The statement that would be true regarding the stable forms of neon is that neon-20, neon-21, and neon-22 are isotopes of neon. Each isotope of neon differs in the number of neutrons in the nucleus while having the same number of protons (10 protons for neon). Here are some key points about these isotopes:
- Neon-20 has 10 neutrons and is the most abundant isotope, making up about 90% of naturally occurring neon.
- Neon-21 has 11 neutrons and is less abundant than neon-20.
- Neon-22 has 12 neutrons and is the least abundant of the three stable isotopes.
All three isotopes are stable, meaning they do not undergo radioactive decay.