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Complete the following statements:a. The atomic number gives the number of ________ in the nucleus.b. In an atom, the number of electrons is equal to the number of ________.c. Sodium and potassium are examples of elements called ________.
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The atomic number is unique for each element and determines the identity of an element. Therefore, the atomic number gives the number of protons in the nucleus. So, the answer to the first statement is protons. Show more…
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