Question

Atomic number of an element refers to the number of protons present in an atom of that element. If atomic number of Carbon (C) is 6, then find the number of protons and electrons in one atom of carbon.

• A. 6 protons; 6 electrons
• B. 3 protons; 3 electrons
• C. 6 protons; 12 electrons
• D. 12 protons; 6 electrons

Answer 1

The correct option is A 6 protons; 6 electrons

Atoms are always neutral. So, it will have equal number of electrons and protons. If the atomic number of Carbon (C) is 6, then it will have 6 protons and 6 electrons.