If an Atom Has 8 Protons and 8 Neutrons in Its

question 24

Multiple Choice

If an atom has 8 protons and 8 neutrons in its nucleus, and 8 orbiting electrons, its atomic number would be

• A)24.
• B)16.
• C)8.
• D)12.

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