Determine the correct number of protons and electrons in F ⁻ . A) 9 protons and 10 electrons B) 9 protons and 11 electrons C) 10 protons and 9 electrons D) 11 protons and 10 electrons E) 19 protons and 20 electrons

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The notation F ⁻ represents a fluoride ion (F−). Fluorine (F) has an atomic number of 9, meaning it has 9 protons. As a negatively charged ion (F−), it has gained an extra electron, giving it a total of 10 electrons.

Determine the Correct Number of Protons and Electrons in F