An atom, X, contains 16 protons. Which statement about Z is correct?Explain why. A) It cannot form an ion. B) It contains 6 electrons in the outer shell. C) It contains 6 neutrons. D) It had relative atomic

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An atom, X, contains 16 protons.

Which statement about Z is correct?Explain why.
A) It cannot form an ion.
B) It contains 6 electrons in the outer shell.
C) It contains 6 neutrons.
D) It had relative atomic mass of 16.

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Explanation: as protons no. = electrons no.= atomic number(Z)

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