The total number of electrons in a neutral atom of every element is always equal to the atom's 1. mass number 2. number of neutrons 3. number of protons 4. number of nucleons
Chemistry · Middle School · Thu Feb 04 2021
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Given:
The total number of electrons in a neutral atom of every element is always equal to the atom's
Explanation:
The total number of electrons in a neutral atom of every element is always equal to the atom's number of protons and the atomic number. This can be proven with the equation.
Atomic Number = Number of Protons = Number of Electrons
Number of Neutrons = Mass Number - Atomic Number
Mass Number = Atomic Number + Number of Neutrons
Atomic Number = Mass Number - Number of Neutrons
Final answer:
Number of protons