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Elements

Question 1 • GA-GSE Physical Science A

Which describes an atom that has fewer neutrons than protons and more electrons than protons?

Answer
A
negative compound
B
positive compound
C
positive ion
D
negative ion

Explanation

An atom’s charge depends on the balance between its protons and electrons. More electrons than protons gives it a net negative charge, so it is a negative ion; having fewer neutrons than protons does not change its charge.

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