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The Structure of the Atom

Question 12 • *26-27 CFISD TX-Chemistry A CR

Make a N atom with a mass number of 14. How many neutrons are in the nucleus?

Answer
A
5
B
6
C
7
D
14

Explanation

Nitrogen (N) has 7 protons, which is its atomic number. The mass number is the total number of protons and neutrons, so 14 − 7 = 7 neutrons. The correct choice is 7.

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