Question

The nucleus of one atom contains 12 pro-

tons and 12 neutrons, while the nucleus
of another atom contains 12 protons and
16 neutrons. What are the atoms?

Answer 1

An atom is a particle of matter that uniquely defines a chemical element. An atom consists of a central nucleus that is surrounded by one or more negatively charged electrons. The nucleus is positively charged and contains one or more relatively heavy particles known as protons and neutrons.