Chemistry · Various quantum numbers (principal, angular momentum and magnetic quantum numbers) and their significance

What is the name for the number of protons in an atom?

What is the name for the number of protons in an atom?

  • A. Atomic identity
  • B. Atomic mass
  • C. Atomic weight
  • D. Atomic number

Step-by-step solution

The number of protons in an atom is unique to each element and is defined as the atomic number (Z). It determines the identity of the element.
Practise more in this unitView MCQsSign up for full question bank