Question

The atomic number of iron is 26, which means it has 26 protons. how many electrons would it have?

Answer 1

Answer: 26 electrons

Step-by-step explanation:

The number of electrons and protons will always be the same number unless you are looking at an isotope.

So for iron, for example, there will be 26 protons, 26 electrons, and 30 neutrons.