If only an element's atomic number and weight are provided, the number of protons, electrons, and neutrons in a neutral atom can be determined.
The atomic number represents the number of protons in an atom. Since the atom is neutral, the number of electrons is also equal to the atomic number.
The atomic weight represents the total number of protons and neutrons in an atom. To determine the number of neutrons, we subtract the atomic number (number of protons) from the atomic weight.
Therefore, with only the atomic number and weight provided, we can determine the number of protons, electrons, and neutrons in a neutral atom.
If only an element's atomic number and weight are provided, what other atomic information can be determined for a neutral atom? (1 point)
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