Asked by 202 Mujpura Kreena on Oct 01, 2024
What element contains 15 neutrons and 14 protons?
A) Phosphorus
B) Silicon
C) Copper
D) Zinc
Neutrons
Subatomic particles found in the nucleus of an atom, with no electrical charge and a mass slightly greater than that of protons.
Protons
Positively charged subatomic particles found in the nuclei of atoms which determine the element's identity and properties.
Element
A pure chemical substance consisting of one type of atom, distinguished by its atomic number.
- Master the essentials of atomic structure, including the significance of protons, neutrons, and electrons.
- Evaluate the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons contained in atoms or isotopes.
- Learn the connection that exists between atomic number (Z), mass number, and the isotopic configuration.
Learning Objectives
- Master the essentials of atomic structure, including the significance of protons, neutrons, and electrons.
- Evaluate the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons contained in atoms or isotopes.
- Learn the connection that exists between atomic number (Z), mass number, and the isotopic configuration.