Two atoms of oxygen are located at $r_1$ and $r_2$. Their centre of mass is at

  • A
    $r_1+r_2$
  • B
    $\frac{r_1-r_2}{2}$
  • C
    $\frac{r_1+r_2}{2}$
  • D
    $r_1-r_2$

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