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An atom has 14 protons, 16 neutrons, and 14 electrons. What is the charge of the atom's nucleus? A.+14 B.+16 C.-14 D.-16

An atom has 14 protons, 16 neutrons, and 14 electrons. What is the charge of the atom's nucleus? A.+14 B.+16 C.-14 D.-16
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An atom has 14 protons, 16 neutrons, and 14 electrons. What is the charge of the atom's nucleus?

A.+14
B.+16
C.-14
D.-16

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User Pangpang
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It’s zero because to find the charge you have to subtract p-e which is 14-14 making it 0
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User Vizllx
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The answer is A. +14
Protons are found in the nucleus and the number of protons is positive.
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