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An atom of nitrogen has seven protons in its nucleus. How many electrons does it have?

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User Loic Duros
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Answer:

most probably 7

Step-by-step explanation:

If it is not an ion, normally, the electron and proron numbers are equal

User Dpant
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Answer:

7

Step-by-step explanation:

amount of protons in atom is equal to amount of electons. if given neutrons, then it might be diff than protons since there are isotopes

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