Is it possible for an atom to be not neutral?

Anonymous

∙ 13y ago

Updated: 8/20/2019

Yes, an atom that is not neutral (that is, it is either positive or negative) is referred to as an ion. Ions containing MORE protons than electrons are considered "positive". Ions containing LESS protons than electrons are considered "negative".

Wiki User

∙ 13y ago

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What is bigger a neutral atom or a negative atom?

neutral atom

Is hydrogen a neutral atom or ion?

Hydrogen atom is neutral.

What will be the charge of a neutral atom?

A neutral atom will have a charge of ZERO

How many electrons in a neutral atom of chlorine?

There are 17 electrons i a neutral atom of chlorine.

Is nitrogen an neutral atom or an ion?

Neutral atom. An atom of nitrogen will also be an isotope of nitrogen.

What does an atom do to get neutral?

In an neutral atom, the number of protons and the electrons are the same

If a neutral atom has 8 protons it must have how many electrons?

The atom must have 8 electrons to make it have a neutral charge

How many electrons does a neon have if its a neutral atom?

Neon has ten electrons and as a Nobel gas is generally neutral

When you have a neutral atom what are the electrons equal to?

The electrons are equal to the amount of protons in that neutral atom.

How man electrons does a neutral atom of carbon have?

The neutral carbon atom has 6 electrons.

How many electrons does a neutral atom of helium (He) have?

A neutral atom of helium has 2 electrons.

How many electrons does the neutral atom of lithium have?

The neutral atom of lithium has 3 electrons.