Question

1. why does he say the atomic number is like \the soul of the atom\? because it doesnt change, and determines what kind of atom it is. because it changes frequently. because it has nothing to do with how the atom behaves.

Explanation:

The atomic number is the number of protons in an atom's nucleus. It is unique to each element and remains constant for a given element. It determines the element's identity. Just as the soul is considered a fundamental and un - changing essence of a living being, the atomic number is a fundamental and un - changing characteristic that defines the atom.

Answer:

Because it doesn't change, and determines what kind of atom it is.