Indicate atomic number, mass number, and number of protons, neutrons, and electrons in a neutral

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Atomic Number

The atomic number is the number of protons in an atom's nucleus. It uniquely identifies a chemical element and determines the element's properties as well as its position in the periodic table.

Mass Number

The mass number is the sum of the number of protons and neutrons in an atom's nucleus. It is used to distinguish between different isotopes of the same element.

Isotopes

Isotopes are atoms of the same element that have identical atomic numbers but different mass numbers due to a variation in the number of neutrons. This difference affects the atomic mass without changing the chemical behavior of the element.

Neutral Atom

A neutral atom has an equal number of protons and electrons, which ensures that the positive and negative charges balance each other. This balance is essential for the chemical stability of most elements.

Subatomic Particles

Subatomic particles include protons, neutrons, and electrons. Protons, which are positively charged, and neutrons, which are neutral, reside in the nucleus, while electrons, which are negatively charged, orbit the nucleus. Their arrangement and quantity determine the atom's mass and chemical properties.

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