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10. What subatomic particle (proton, neutron, or electron) is responsible for determining the identity of an atom

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Answer:

proton

Step-by-step explanation:

Atoms are composed of a nucleus, containing protons and neutrons, surrounded by a cloud of electrons. The number of protons in the nucleus determines the identity of the atom

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