A Neutral Atom Must Have ____

question 5

Multiple Choice

A neutral atom must have ____.

• A) an equal number of protons and neutrons
• B) an equal number of protons and electrons
• C) an equal number of neutrons and electrons
• D) less electrons than protons
• E) more electrons than neutrons

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