The atomic number of an element is always equal to :

number of neutrons in nucleus

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half of the atomic weight

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electrical charge of the nucleus

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weight of the nucleus

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Solution

The correct option is D electrical charge of the nucleus
Atomic number = number of protons.
Each proton has unit positive charge and hence, electrical charge of the nucleus is equal to the atomic number of the element.

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