Question

An atom with a neutral charge must have the same number of...
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protons, neutrons, and electrons.
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electrons and neutrons.
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protons and neutrons.
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protons and electrons.

Answer 1

An atom with a neutral charge must have the same number of **protons and electrons**. Protons have a positive charge, while electrons have a negative charge, and their equal numbers balance out the charge of the atom, making it neutral. Neutrons do not affect the charge of the atom as they are neutral themselves.