Question

a neutral atom has an equal number of ____ and ____. a. protons, electrons b. protons, neutrons c. electrons, neutrons

Explanation:

Protons are positively - charged, electrons are negatively - charged. In a neutral atom, the positive and negative charges balance out, so there are an equal number of protons and electrons. Neutrons have no charge and their number is not related to the atom's neutrality in terms of charge balance.

Answer:

A. protons, electrons