Question

A given atom has a nucleus containing six protons and eight neutrons. It also has six electrons orbiting the nucleus. What element

is this atom?

A)
Boron
B)
Hydrogen
C)
Oxygen
D)
Carbon

Answer 1

we know number of protons in an atom of an element = it's atomic number

here number number of protons in Anton = 6 = ATOMIC NUMBER

recall, which element has Atomic number as 6 ?! Absolutely it's Carbon ! so the correct answer Option D ! { Carbon-14,

Carbon-14 (or 14C) contains six protons, eight neutrons, and six electrons; its atomic mass is 14 amu (six protons and eight neutrons) }