An Atom's "Atomic Number" Is

question 47

Multiple Choice

An atom's "atomic number" is

• A) the number of protons in its nucleus.
• B) the number of electrons orbiting the nucleus of the neutral atom.
• C) Both of the above.
• D) the number of electrons orbiting the nucleus of the ionized atom.
• E) All of the above.

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Definitions:

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