Question

The atomic number is equal to the number of __________ present in the nucleus which is also known as _______ charge.

Answer 1

Atomic number is the number of protons, and therefore also the total positive charge, in the atomic nucleus.

Answer 2

Answer:

a) proton

b) positive charge

Explanation:

atomic number is the number of protons and therefore also the total positive charge, in the atomic nucleus.