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5. identify the subatomic particle(s) responsible for an atom’s identit…

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  1. identify the subatomic particle(s) responsible for an atom’s identity. electrons protons neutrons 0 / 1 submissions used

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

The identity of an atom (what element it is) is determined by the number of protons in its nucleus. Each element has a unique number of protons (atomic number). Electrons are involved in chemical reactions and bonding, and neutrons affect the isotope but not the elemental identity. So protons are responsible for an atom's identity.

Answer:

Protons