Question

14 multiple choice 1 point
key:
e⁻ electrons
p protons
n neutrons
—— electron shell
—— nucleus
what type of atom is shown here?
○ magnesium
○ hydrogen
○ nitrogen
○ carbon

Explanation:

1. First, determine the number of protons (atomic number) from the diagram. Count the red 'p' (protons): there are 6 protons.
2. The atomic number (number of protons) determines the element. Carbon has an atomic number of 6, hydrogen has 1, nitrogen has 7, and magnesium has 12.
3. So the atom with 6 protons is carbon.

Answer:

The correct option is: Carbon (the option with "Carbon" text, assuming the options are listed as: Magnesium, Hydrogen, Nitrogen, Carbon; the last option here is Carbon).