If an atom has 16 protons, 14 neutrons, and 18 electrons. What is the charge of the nucleus? *

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If an atom has 16 protons, 14 neutrons, and 18 electrons. What is the
charge of the nucleus? *

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Answer: negative

Step-by-step explanation:

There are two more electrons than protons so the charge is -2.

Cormac Driver answered Feb 18, 2021

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