In an electrically neutral atom the number of protons in the nucleus is equal to the number of
A)electrons that surround the nucleus.
B)neutrons in the nucleus.
C)both of these
D)none of the above

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In a electrically neutral atom, the number of electrons orbiting around the nucleus is equal to the number of protons in the nucleus. Neutrons do not have any electrical charge and do not contribute to the overall charge of the atom.

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