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| − | The atomic number is the number of protons in | + | The atomic number is the number of protons or electrons in a neutrally charged atom's nucleus. In many representations of the [[Periodic Table of the Elements]] this number is placed either above the element's symbol or in the upper right hand corner. |
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Revision as of 08:37, March 13, 2007
The atomic number is the number of protons or electrons in a neutrally charged atom's nucleus. In many representations of the Periodic Table of the Elements this number is placed either above the element's symbol or in the upper right hand corner.