The atomic number, also referred to as the proton number, signifies the number of protons present within an atom's nucleus. This number is specific to each element, defining its position within the periodic table. You can locate the atomic number above the elemental symbol on the periodic table.
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| None | An atom contains 15 protons, 16 neutrons and 15 e… | The atomic number of an atom is equal to the number of protons in its nucleus. So, to find the atom… |