Question

the atomic number and mass number of an element are 16 and 32 respectively. Find the number protons, electrons and neutrons

Answer 1

Protons=16

Neutrons=16

Electrons=16

It is a sulphur atom.

Answer 2

Answer:

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No. of protons = Atomic number =16

No. of electrons = Atomic number =16

No. of neutrons = Mass number – Atomic number = 32-16 = 16

Electronic configuration of the element = 2, 8, 6

Valency of the element = (8 – 6) = 2

The element is a non – metal since it tends to gain electrons and not lose electrons.