Question

14Carbon has an atomic number of 6, but has 8 neutrons. How many electrons are present in each atom?

A.) 6
B.) 8
C.) 14
D.) some have 6 and some have 8

Answer 1

the atomic number (6) represents the number of protons in an atom. protons are usually equal to electrons unless the atom is forming a bond or has a charge of some kind on it. Therefore, I believe the correct answer is letter "a". 6 electrons. Any questions?