Which two particles are always found in equal numbers in neutral atoms?A.Protons and neutronsB.Electrons and neutronsC.Protons and electronsD.Neutrons and ions
Question
Which two particles are always found in equal numbers in neutral atoms?A.Protons and neutronsB.Electrons and neutronsC.Protons and electronsD.Neutrons and ions
Solution
The two particles that are always found in equal numbers in neutral atoms are Protons and Electrons. So, the correct answer is C. Protons and Electrons.
Here's why:
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An atom is neutral when it has no charge.
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The charge of an atom is determined by the balance of its positively charged protons and negatively charged electrons.
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In a neutral atom, the number of protons (which are positive) is exactly balanced by the same number of electrons (which are negative).
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Therefore, in a neutral atom, the number of protons and electrons are always equal.
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Neutrons do not carry a charge and therefore do not affect the charge balance of an atom.
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Ions are charged particles and are not part of a neutral atom.
So, the correct answer is C. Protons and Electrons.
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