Question

phosphorus-32 is a radioactive isotope used in medical studies. give the number of electrons, protons, and neutrons in an atom of phosphorus-32.
electrons =
protons =
neutrons =
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Explanation:

Step1: Determine atomic number of P

Phosphorus (P) has atomic number 15, so protons = 15. In neutral atom, electrons = protons = 15.

Step2: Calculate neutrons

Mass number (32) = protons + neutrons. So neutrons = 32 - 15 = 17.

Answer:

electrons = 15
protons = 15
neutrons = 17