In an Atom,the Number of Protons Always Equals the Number

question 42

Multiple Choice

In an atom,the number of protons always equals the number

• A)of electrons.
• B)of neutrons.
• C)of neutrons and protons.
• D)of quarks.
• E)of neutrinos.

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