Register
Why is a neutral iron atom a different element than a neutral carbon atom?
99.1k views
4 votes
Why is a neutral iron atom a different element than a neutral carbon atom?

User Colin Pickard
by
8.6k points

1 Answer

7 votes
Atomic number. In all atoms the distinct properties of that atom are a result of the number of protons that atom is composed of. A carbon atom has six protons, while an iron atom has 26.
User Hurnhu
by
8.7k points
Ask a Question
Welcome to QAmmunity.org, where you can ask questions and receive answers from other members of our community.

9.5m questions

12.2m answers

Other Questions

Compare and contrast an electric generator and a battery??
How do you balance __H2SO4 + __B(OH)3 --> __B2(SO4)3 + __H2O
Can someone complete the chemical reactions, or write which one do not occur, and provide tehir types? *c2h4+h2o *c3h8 + hcl *c2h2+br2 *c4h10+br2 *c3h6+br2
As an object’s temperature increases, the ____________________ at which it radiates energy increases.
Why is gold preferred as a superior metal over silver and bronze?
Link Copied!