Determine the Number of Electrons and Identify the Correct Symbol

question 42

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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Definitions:

Indigenous Man

Refers to a male individual who is native to a particular region or country, belonging to the first inhabitants of the area.

Capital Punishment

The legal process by which an individual is sentenced to death by the state as a punishment for a crime.

Last Used

The most recent point in time something was employed or utilized.

1962

Marks a specific year in the 20th century notable for events such as the Cuban Missile Crisis, which played a critical role in the Cold War.