The number of protons in an atom determines its MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The number of protons in an atom determines its
A. Mass number
B. Neutron number
C. Isotope
D. Atomic number
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Atomic number Z = number of protons. Defines chemical element. Mass number = protons + neutrons. Isotopes same Z, different neutrons. Isobars same A, different Z.

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