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The atomic number of an atom is determined by the number of in the atom. (a) protons (b) neutrons (c) electrons (d) electrons plus neutrons plus protons

Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)

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Author:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan

Publisher:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan

Chapter2: Life, Chemistry, And Water

Section2.2: Atomic Structure

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The atomic number of an atom is determined by the number of in the atom. (a) protons

(b) neutrons

(d) electrons plus neutrons plus protons

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