The feature that defines a neutral atom is the number of electrons equal to the number of protons. This balance ensures that the positive charges from protons and the negative charges from electrons cancel each other out, resulting in an overall neutral charge.
Which feature defines a neutral atom?(1 point)
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the ability to change to another substance during a chemical reaction
the ability to change to another substance during a chemical reaction
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
a full outer electron shell
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