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The atomic number Z of the nucleus is?


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Atomic number (Z):

  • The number of protons in a nucleus is called the atomic number (Z).
  • It is always a whole number .
  • It is generally represented as a superscript over the elemental symbol.

Hence The atomic number Z of the nucleus is nothing but, denoting the number of protons present in element.


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