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The charge on the atom containing 17 protons, 18 neutrons and 18 electrons is :

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+1
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2
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1
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Zero
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Solution

The correct option is C 1
Given, the number of proton, neutron, and electrons are

P=17,n=18,e=18

As in a normal element e = p but in ions it is not
As 1e more than p, so the charge = 1.

So, the correct option is C

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