Which one of the following correctly describes an atom’s identity and chemical properties?
a Protons and neutrons determine an atom’s identity, whereas the electron cloud determines the atom’s chemical properties.
b Protons determine an atom’s identity, whereas valence electrons determine the atom’s chemical properties.
c The electron cloud determines an atom’s identity, whereas valence electrons determine the atom’s chemical properties.
d Valence electrons determine an atom’s identity, whereas the electron cloud determines its chemical properties