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1. An atom has 57 neutrons and 42 protons. How many electrons will this atom have if it

neutral?
57
44
42
40

User Lorenzo
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Answer:

42

In order for it to be neutral there must be the same amount of protons and neutrons

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User NDBoost
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Answer:

42

Step-by-step explanation:

Because the proton number or atomic number is equal to electron number.

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