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How many electrons are in the nucleus of an atom with an atomic number of 20

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Answer:

20 electrons

Step-by-step explanation:

The atomic number equals the amount of protons in an atom's nucleus, but this number is also equal to the amount of electrons. So if the atomic number is 20, that means there are 20 protons and 20 electrons. ( they need to balance out since they have opposite charges)

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