The "Atomic Number" of an Atom Is Determined by the Number

question 90

Multiple Choice

The "atomic number" of an atom is determined by the number of ________ it has.

• A) electrons
• B) protons
• C) neutrons
• D) protons + neutrons
• E) protons + electrons

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Definitions:

Standardize Procedures

Established protocols to ensure consistency and uniformity across experiments or assessments.

Manipulation Check

A measure used to determine whether the manipulation of the independent variable has had its intended effect on a subject.

Double-Blind Procedures

An experimental procedure wherein both the subjects of the experiment and the researchers do not know which subjects are receiving the active treatment versus a placebo, to prevent bias.

Demand Characteristics

Features of an experiment that inadvertently lead participants to guess its purpose, potentially affecting their behavior.