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  • Introduction to the makeup of an atom
  • What is the overall charge of an atom?
Multiple choice

What is the overall charge of an atom?

  1. +5

  2. -5

  3. 0

  4. it depends on the atom

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C Correct answer
Explanation

A neutral atom has an equal number of positively charged protons and negatively charged electrons. These charges cancel each other out, resulting in a net overall charge of 0.

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