In order for an atom to be considered "neutral", which of the following must be true?aThe number of protons and neutrons must be the samebThe number of protons and electrons must be the samecThere are more protons than electronsdThere are more neutrons than protons

Answer 1

In order for an atom to be considered "neutral," the correct condition is:

b. The number of protons and electrons must be the same.

A neutral atom has no overall charge, which occurs when the positive charges from protons balance the negative charges from electrons. Neutrons do not contribute to the overall charge of the atom.