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Multiple Choice
How many protons are present in the nucleus of an argon (Ar) atom?
A
40
B
22
C
8
D
18
Verified step by step guidance
1
Recall that the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom is equal to the atomic number of the element.
Identify the element given in the problem, which is argon (Ar).
Look up the atomic number of argon on the periodic table; this number represents the number of protons.
Note that the atomic number of argon is 18, meaning it has 18 protons in its nucleus.
Understand that the other numbers given (40, 22, 8) could represent mass number or other quantities, but the proton count is determined solely by the atomic number.