Which of the following is defined as an element’s atomic number?
a Number of electron shells in each atom
b Number of protons contained in each atom
c Number of neutrons contained in each atom
d Number of nuclei contained in each atom
Which of the following statements about this atom is TRUE?
f The atom has a net positive charge.
g The atom has a net negative charge.
h The atom has a neutral charge.
j The electrical charges do not balance.
