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How many electrons does a neutral atom with four protons contain?

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It would contain four electrons.
Step-by-step explanation:
A neutral atom has equal numbers of protons and electrons. Therefore, a neutral atom with four protons will also have four electrons.
FYI an atom with four protons is an atom of the element beryllium, Be.
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