The mass number of an element is sum of MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The mass number of an element is sum of
A. Protons only
B. Neutrons and electrons
C. Protons and neutrons
D. Protons and electrons
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Mass number A = Z + N.

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