Question

1. which of the following statements explains why atoms are always neutral in charge? a. they have the same number of protons as the atoms of all other elements. b. they have protons that are identical to the protons of all other elements. c. they have the same size as the atoms of all other elements. d. they have the same number of protons as electrons.

Explanation:

Atoms are neutral because protons (positively - charged) and electrons (negatively - charged) are equal in number, canceling out the charges. Options a, b, and c do not relate to the neutrality of an atom's charge.

Answer:

d. They have the same number of protons as electrons.