How Many Electrons, Protons, and Neutrons Are in a Neutral ${}_{20}^{44}\text{Ca}$

question 74

Multiple Choice

How many electrons, protons, and neutrons are in a neutral atom of the following isotope of calcium
${}_{20}^{44}\text{Ca}$

• A) 24 electrons, 24 protons, and 24 neutrons
• B) 20 electrons, 24 protons, and 20 neutrons
• C) 24 electrons, 20 protons, and 20 neutrons
• D) 20 electrons, 20 protons, and 24 neutrons
• E) None of the above are correct

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