In an electrically neutral atom the number of protons in the nucleus is equal to the number of
A) neutrons in the nucleus.
B) electrons that surround the nucleus.
C) Choices A and B are both correct.
D) Choices A and B are both incorrect.

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In an electrically neutral atom, the number of protons in the nucleus is equal to the number of electrons that surround the nucleus, ensuring electrical neutrality. The number of neutrons can vary without affecting the charge.

In an Electrically Neutral Atom the Number of Protons in the Nucleus