How Many Protons (P)and Neutrons (N)are in an Atom of Calcium-46

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Multiple Choice

How many protons (p) and neutrons (n) are in an atom of calcium-46?

• A)20 p,26 n
• B)20 p,46 n
• C)26 p,20 n
• D)46 p,60 n

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