How do you figure out the number of protons in a element

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Chemistry

Zoey Mcfarland

12 May, 05:02

How do you figure out the number of protons in a element

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Anastasia Lester · Answer 1

The number of protons, neutrons, and electrons in an atom can be determined from a set of simple rules.

The number of protons in the nucleus of the atom is equal to the atomic number (Z).

The number of electrons in a neutral atom is equal to the number of protons.

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