Question

consider the isotope notation shown.
\\(\ce{^{13}_{6}c}\\)
how many electrons are in the particle?
6 19
7 13

Explanation:

Step1: Recall isotope notation rules

In isotope notation \(_Z^A X\), \(Z\) is the atomic number (number of protons), \(A\) is the mass number (protons + neutrons). For a neutral atom, number of electrons = number of protons.

Step2: Identify \(Z\) for \(\ce{^{13}_{6}C}\)

Here, \(Z = 6\) (the subscript). Since carbon - 13 is a neutral atom (no charge indicated), electrons = protons = \(Z\).

Answer:

A. 6