Question

Which is a TRUE statement about the subatomic particles that make up all neutral atoms?

A. The number of neutrons and the number of protons are the same.
B. The number of protons and the number of electrons are the same.
C. The number of electrons and the number of neutrons are the same.

Answer 1

B. The number of protons and the number of electrons are the same.
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Answer 2

Answer: The correct answer is Option B.

Step-by-step explanation:

There are 3 subatomic particles present in an atom. They are: protons, electrons and neutrons.

• Protons: They carry positive charger and are found in nucleus.
• Electrons: They carry negative charge and are found around the nucleus.
• Neutrons: They dos not carry any charge and are found in nucleus.

Any neutral atom has equal number of protons and electrons.

Hence, the correct answer is Option B.