An element X has 127 neutrons and 82 electrons.

Its atomic number is?

  • A 209
  • B 105
  • C 45
  • D 82
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The correct answer is D. 82

An atom that has equal number of protons and electrons is called a neutral atom. 

With  82 electrons, the atomic number is also 82

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