In the atom, which particles gives the element its identify (atomic number)? A)

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on: Aug 28, 2013

In the atom, which particles gives the element its identify (atomic number)?
A) positrons
B) electrons
C) protons
D) neutrons
E) neutrinos

notis

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Reply #1 on: Aug 28, 2013

I know the answer! It's C.

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