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Which statement best explains why the overall charge on an atom is zero?

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this indicates​ nucleus of an atom constantly positively charged. an atom has an nuteral overall charge because it has the same amount of electrons as protons
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B) The positive charge of the protons in the nucleus equals the negative charge in the electron cloud.

Step-by-step explanation:

This indicates the nucleus of an atom is constantly positively charged. An atom has a neutral overall charge because it has the same amount of electrons as protons.

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