Question

find the element:
protons: 7
neutrons: 8
electrons: 7

Explanation:

Step1: Recall the atomic number definition

The atomic number \(Z\) is equal to the number of protons. Given protons \(= 7\).

Step2: Locate the element in the periodic table

In the periodic table, the element with atomic number \(7\) is nitrogen (\(N\)). The number of neutrons (\(8\)) and electrons (\(7\)) (for a neutral atom, electrons = protons) are additional confirmatory details (atomic mass \(A=Z + N=7 + 8 = 15\), but the key is the atomic number from protons).

Answer:

Nitrogen (\(N\))