Question

What would happen if a proton were added to the nucleus of the atom? (Check all that apply)

It would become a different atom.


It would add to the mass by 1.


Its charge would increase by 1


The charge would be reduced by 1.

Answer 1

It would become a different element.

Step-by-step explanation:

When you change the number of protons i.e, add a proton in the nucleus of an atom, you will change the atom from one element to a different element and also positive charge of the atom also increased by 1.

For example, adding a proton to the nucleus of an atom of hydrogen creates an atom of helium.

So, we conclude that by adding a proton the atom will change from one element to another element.