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How many protons, neutrons & electrons are in 56 Ba

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The number of electrons in an electrically-neutral atom is the same as the number of protons in the nucleus. Therefore, the number of electrons in neutral atom of Barium is 56

Step-by-step explanation:

Element Barium

Number of protons 56

Number of neutrons (typical isotopes) 134-138

Number of electrons 56

Electron configuration [Xe] 6s2

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