Which feature defines a neutral atom?(1 point)

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a low level of reactivity
a low level of reactivity

the number of electrons equal to the number of protons
the number of electrons equal to the number of protons

the ability to change to another substance during a chemical reaction
the ability to change to another substance during a chemical reaction

a full outer electron shell

Answer 1

The feature that defines a neutral atom is the number of electrons equal to the number of protons. This balance results in no net electric charge.