When creating a model of an atom, how can you distinguish between protons and neutrons? (1 point)

Responses

Label protons with a positive sign and neutrons with a zero.
Label protons with a positive sign and neutrons with a zero.

Label neutrons with a negative sign and protons with a positive sign.
Label neutrons with a negative sign and protons with a positive sign.

Draw neutrons in the nucleus of the atom and protons orbiting around them.
Draw neutrons in the nucleus of the atom and protons orbiting around them.

Draw protons in the nucleus of the atom and neutrons orbiting around them.
Draw protons in the nucleus of the atom and neutrons orbiting around them.

1 answer

The correct response to distinguish between protons and neutrons in a model of an atom is:

Label protons with a positive sign and neutrons with a zero.

This accurately reflects the charges of the particles: protons have a positive charge, while neutrons are neutral and have no charge.