Which of the following statements about a neutral atom is correct? The
A
core is composed of electrons and protons
B
number of electrons is equal to that of neutron
C
number of neutrons is equal to that of protons
D
number of protons is equal to that of electrons.
Verified Correct Answer: D.
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
Atoms are neutral; they contain the same number of protons as electrons.
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