Question

select all that apply
the atomic number specifies how many ____ are in an atom. check all that apply.
neutrons
protons and neutrons
protons
subatomic particles
electrons

Explanation:

The atomic number of an atom is equal to the number of protons in its nucleus. In a neutral atom, the number of electrons is equal to the number of protons because atoms are electrically neutral. Neutrons do not determine the atomic - number. Subatomic particles include protons, neutrons, and electrons, and the atomic number doesn't specify all subatomic particles.

Answer:

C. protons
E. electrons