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In a neutral atom, how does the number of electrons compare to the number of protons?

User Artyom Akselrod
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Answer:

The number of electrons and protons will be equal.

Step-by-step explanation:

When you have a neutral atom, the protons, neutrons and electrons are all the same amounts, that's what makes it a neutral charge.

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User Jeroen Van Menen
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Answer: The no of electron and protons are equal therefore it is equal.

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