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The atomic number of an element is 56. Which of the following
statements are correct?
1. One atom of this element has 56 neutrons.
2. One atom of this element has 56 electrons.
3. One atom of this element has 56 protons.
4. One atom of this element has a total of 56 protons and
electrons.
5. This element is bohrium.
Select one:
a. all five
b. 1, 4 and 5
c. 1, 2 and 3
d. 2 and 3
Atomic number = number of proton = number of electrons
So, number of proton in an atom is 56
It has 56 electrons as well.
Atomic number is 56 is for Barium
Answer: d