The atomic number of an element is determined by the number of: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The atomic number of an element is determined by the number of:
A. Electrons
B. Nucleons
C. Protons
D. Neutrons
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Atomic number (Z) is the number of protons in the nucleus, which defines the identity of the element. In a neutral atom, the number of electrons equals Z. Neutrons contribute to mass number but not atomic number. Isotopes have same Z but different number of neutrons. Nucleons are total protons + neutrons = mass number. The modern periodic table is based on atomic number.

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