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A neutral atom must have the same number of neutrons and electrons,

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FALSE

Explanation:

A neutral atom means it does not contain any charge. In an atom positive charges are carried by protons and negative charges are carried by electrons. Neutrons are neutral and do not carry any charge.

Hence, for an atom to be neutral there should be equal number of protons and electrons balancing out each other.

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