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An element’s identity is based on ___________________________.

a. the number of electrons

b. the number of electrical charges

c. the number of neutrons

d. the number of protons

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d. the number of protons
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Answer: D: The number of protons

Explanation: Each element is made of neutrons, protons and electrons. On the periodic table, protons give the element it's identity.

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