14Carbon has an atomic number of 6, but has 8 neutrons. How many electrons are present in each atom?

A.) 6

B.) 8

C.) 14

D.) some have 6 and some have 8

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Chemistry

Deon Hanson

3 May, 10:59

14Carbon has an atomic number of 6, but has 8 neutrons. How many electrons are present in each atom?

A.) 6

B.) 8

C.) 14

D.) some have 6 and some have 8

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Alberto Dickson · Answer 1

The atomic number (6) represents the number of protons in an atom. protons are usually equal to electrons unless the atom is forming a bond or has a charge of some kind on it. Therefore, I believe the correct answer is letter "a". 6 electrons. Any questions?

14Carbon has an atomic number of 6, but has 8 neutrons. How many electrons are present in each atom?A.) 6B.) 8C.) 14D.) some have 6 and some have 8

14Carbon has an atomic number of 6, but has 8 neutrons. How many electrons are present in each atom?

A.) 6

B.) 8

C.) 14

D.) some have 6 and some have 8