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which feature defines a neutral atom? (1 point) the ability to change to another substance during a chemical reaction the number of electrons equal to the number of protons a full outer electron shell a low level of reactivity
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A neutral atom has no overall electrical charge. Protons are positively - charged and electrons are negatively - charged. When the number of electrons equals the number of protons, the positive and negative charges cancel out, resulting in a neutral atom.
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