An ion has 26 protons, 29 neutrons, and 23 electrons. The symbol for the ion is ________. A)"⁵⁵Fe³⁺" B)"⁵⁵Fe^3-" C)"⁵²Cu³⁺" D)"⁵²Cu^3-" E)"⁵⁵V^3-"

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The ion has 26 protons, which corresponds to iron (Fe) on the periodic table. The mass number is the sum of protons and neutrons, which is 55. The ion has 23 electrons, indicating a 3+ charge.

An Ion Has 26 Protons, 29 Neutrons, and 23 Electrons