Concept explainers
To Choose: The correct option.
Answer to Problem 1STP
Option C. Protons.
Explanation of Solution
Introduction:
The atomic number is defined by the number protons in the element. It is the unique characteristic of each and every element in the periodic table.
The sum of neutrons and protons is the
The atomic number is based on the number of protons present in the atom irrespective of the neutrons that are present in an element and the proton is the only unique character of each element.
Therefore, the protons can identify each particular element in the periodic table.
Conclusion:
Protons can identify each particular element.
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