How does the structure of the atom relate to the atom's position in the periodic table?
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Explanation: The number of outer shell electrons determines the group number of the element. The number of occupied principle quantum shells (energy levels) determines the period of the element. The proton number determines the element itself and its position
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Every atom has the same amount of protons and electrons, so every atom has a neutral charge. ... The sum of the protons and neutrons in an atom's nucleus is its atomic mass. Thus, the atomic mass of the H-2 isotope is two, the atomic mass of the H-3 isotope is three, and so forth.
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