Which of the Following Statements About the Atom Is True

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the atom is true?

• A) There are usually more protons than electrons in an atom because the negative charge of an electron is larger than the positive charge of a proton.
• B) The negative charge of an electron adds mass to an atom without influencing other properties.
• C) In an atom with a neutral charge, the number of electrons is equal to the number of protons.
• D) The number of electrons determines whether an atom of an element is radioactive.
• E) The energy level of electrons is higher in shells close to the nucleus of the atom.

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