Question

What does the identity of an element depend on the number of?

A. neutrons in the atom

B. electrons in the atom

C. protons in the atom

D. protons and neutrons in the nucleus

this was literally due 1 hour and 29 minutes ago someone pls help

Answer 1

Answer:

C

Explanation:

The Periodic Table organizes the elements according to their properties. One atom of each element is made up of protons, neutrons, and electrons. The number of electrons determines how an element reacts. The number of protons gives the element its identity.

Answer 2

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Explanation:

The identity of an element depend on the number of protons in the atom.