Chemistry

Which of the following is correct in an element AZY.

  1. Number of neutrons = Z-A
  2. Number of protons = A
  3. Z = sum of protons & electrons
  4. A = sum of neutrons & electrons

Atomic Structure

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Answer

A = sum of neutrons & electrons

Reason — Mass number = neutrons + protons
Since, this is a neutral atom, therefore, protons = electrons

Mass number = neutrons + electrons

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