The Number of Protons in an Atom Is Called the

question 94

Multiple Choice

The number of protons in an atom is called the

• A)atomic number.
• B)atomic weight.
• C)mass number.
• D)combining weight.

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Definitions:

Electron Microscopy

A microscopy technique that uses a beam of electrons to create an image of the specimen, offering much higher resolution than light microscopy.

Synaptic Morphology

The shape and structure of synapses, which can influence the strength and efficiency of synaptic transmission.

Axon Terminals

The distal terminations of axons, which are responsible for transmitting signals to other neurons or muscle cells through synapses.

Axon Terminal

The axon terminal is the endpoint of a neuron where neurotransmitters are released to transmit signals to another neuron or to a muscle or gland cell.