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An atom is electrically neutral because it has:
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A more protons than electrons
B more electrons than protons
C equal numbers of protons and electrons
D equal numbers of protons and neutrons
Explanation

Equal positive charges (protons) and negative charges (electrons) cancel out, making the atom neutral.

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