Atomic Structure Question 61
Question: The atomic number of an element represents [CPMT 1983; CBSE PMT 1990; NCERT 1973; AMU 1984]
Options:
A) Number of neutrons in the nucleus
B) Number of protons in the nucleus
C) Atomic weight of element
D) Valency of element
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
Atomic number is defined as the number of protons in the nucleus.