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  • 12-11-2020
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An atom of a certain element has 12 protons, 14 neutrons, and 2 valence electrons. What is the name of this element?

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PhantomWisdom PhantomWisdom
  • 19-11-2020

Given :

An atom of a certain element has 12 protons, 14 neutrons, and 2 valence electrons.

To Find :

The name of this element.

Solution :

We know, element with atomic number ( number of protons ) 12 and valance electrons is Magnesium.

Now, isotope of magnesium of proton with 14 neutrons is Mg-16 .

Therefore, name of element is Mg-16 .

Hence, this is the required solution.

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