Question

page 23 of 25 question 23 in a neutral atom the number of ____ is equal to the number of ____. a protons; neutrons + electrons b protons; electrons c protons; neutrons d neutrons; electrons

Explanation:

In a neutral atom, protons carry a positive charge and electrons carry a negative charge. For the atom to be neutral, the number of positive - charged protons must equal the number of negative - charged electrons. Neutrons are neutral in charge and do not affect the atom's electrical neutrality in terms of balancing charges.

Answer:

B. protons; electrons