The Atomic Number of an Atom Is Defined as the

question 39

Multiple Choice

The atomic number of an atom is defined as the

• A) number of neutrons in the atomic nucleus.
• B) total number of electrons and neutrons.
• C) number of electrons in the outermost energy level.
• D) total number of energy shells.
• E) number of protons in the atomic nucleus.

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