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All atoms of any element are electrically neutral as they will have the same number of positively charged protons and negatively charged electrons in order to maintain electrical neutrality.


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Is the net charge of an atom always zero?

The net charge of an atom is always zero, because if an atom gains or loses electrons, causing it to acquire a net charge, we then call it an ion, rather than an atom.


What net charge does a sodium atom have?

A sodium atom has a net charge of zero. A sodium ion has a net charge of 1+.


What is the charge of an unbonded atom?

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If the number of protons equals the number of electrons the overall charge of the atom is?

zero .. such an atom is neutral. No net charge


Is the net force acting on a body is zero will the velocity be zero?

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What combination is a neutral atom that has zero net charge?

Simple, it is a neutral atom, having an equal number of protons and electrons.


What net charge does argon have?

Argon is a noble gas and has a net charge of zero because it is an atom with equal numbers of protons and electrons, balancing out the positive and negative charges.


What is the overall net charge of an atom zero?

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What is electrical charge in a neutral atom?

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What forces are when the net force on an object Is not zero?

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The nucleus of an atom is not positively charged because?

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