Question

question 6 of 41
how many protons, neutrons, and electrons does a neutrally charged oxygen atom have?
use the periodic table entry for oxygen to answer the question.
oxygens periodic table entry: atomic number 8, symbol o, atomic mass 16.00
enter each answer as an integer, for example, 3.
number of protons:
number of neutrons:

Explanation:

Step1: Find protons

Protons = atomic number = 8

Step2: Calculate neutrons

Neutrons = atomic mass - protons = 16 - 8 = 8

Step3: Find electrons

Neutral atom: electrons = protons = 8

Answer:

8, 8, 8