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What atom has 26 protons and 24 electrons

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Answer:

iron (Fe)

Step-by-step explanation:

Since an atom is electrically neutral, so the atom has 26 electrons also. Ion has 24 electrons, so it has experienced loss of 2 electrons. So, charge on ion is +2. Also, the element with 26 protons (26 atomic number) is iron (Fe).

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