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22 February, 06:08

If an atom has 17 protons, 15 neutrons, and 19 electrons, what is the atom's electrical charge?

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  1. 22 February, 06:21
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    -2

    Explanation:

    The atom has more electrons than protons so it carries two negative electron. The neutrons are just neutral, they add mass, but they do not affect the charge.

    17-18 = - 2
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