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1. Which of the following statements explains why atoms are always neutral in charge?

a. They have the same number of protons as the atoms of all other elements.
b. They have protons that are identical to the protons of all other elements.
c. They have the same size as the atoms of all other elements.
d. They have the same number of protons as electrons.

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D is the correct answerrrrr
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Answer:

The correct answer is D

Step-by-step explanation:

If an atom has the same number of protons and electrons, then it has the same amount of positive and negatives charges, making it neutral.

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