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if i know neons atomic number is 10, what do i now know about the number of protons and electrons that neon contains?

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The number of protons and electrons are also 10

Step-by-step explanation:
Atomic number=proton number=electron number

**moreover, the electrons are not ions. It’s hard for noble gases to form ions as they are inert gases
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Answer:

10

Step-by-step explanation:

the atomic number shows how many protons and electrons there are

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