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Periodic Table

Question 4 (Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)

An atom has atomic number 5 and mass number 11. How many neutrons does the atom have?

A. 5
B. 6
C. 10
D. 11

Question 5 (Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)



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Final answer:

Neutrons in an atom can be calculated by subtracting the atomic number from the mass number.


Explanation:

Neutrons are subatomic particles found in the nucleus of an atom. They have no charge and are responsible for contributing to the mass of the atom. The number of neutrons in an atom can be calculated by subtracting the atomic number (number of protons) from the mass number.


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