Question

1. if an atom has 35 protons in the nucleus, how many electrons will it have orbiting the nucleus?

Explanation:

Step1: Recall the charge - neutrality of atoms

In a neutral atom, the number of protons equals the number of electrons.

Step2: Determine the number of electrons

Since the atom has 35 protons and is neutral, the number of electrons is equal to the number of protons.

Answer:

35