Question

An element’s identity is based on ___________________________.

a. the number of electrons

b. the number of electrical charges

c. the number of neutrons

d. the number of protons

Answer 1

d. the number of protons

Answer 2

Answer: D: The number of protons

Explanation: Each element is made of neutrons, protons and electrons. On the periodic table, protons give the element it's identity.