Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

The number of protons in the nucleus of an atom is its:

  1. Atomic mass

  2. Atomic number

  3. Nucleus count

  4. Atomic charge
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Explanation

The atomic number is defined as the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom. This is a fundamental property that determines an element's identity and its position in the periodic table. Atomic mass includes both protons and neutrons.

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