Determine the Number of Electrons and Identify the Correct Symbol

question 32

Multiple Choice

Determine the number of electrons and identify the correct symbol for an atom with 17 protons and 18 neutrons.

• A) 17 electrons,
• B) 18 electrons,
• C) 17 electrons,
• D) 17 electrons,
• E) 18 electrons,

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