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Determine the number of protons, electrons, and neutrons present in an atom of patassium. Explain how you determined your answer using complete sentences.

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Protons-19 because protons are equal to the atomic number which is 19 , electrons-19 electrons are equal to number of protons, neutrons-20 because the mass number of potassium is 39 so subtract 39 from 19 (atomic number) which gives us 20
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