Isotopes of chlorine are ³⁵Cl and ³⁷Cl. Their atomic numbers are: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Isotopes of chlorine are ³⁵Cl and ³⁷Cl. Their atomic numbers are:
A. 17 and 20
B. 35 and 37
C. 17 and 17
D. 35 and 17
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Atomic number is the number of protons, which is 17 for all chlorine atoms. Mass numbers differ due to different neutrons (18 and 20). Isotopes have same atomic number, different mass number.

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