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What is the net charge on an neutral atom?

1. positive
2. negative
3. zero
4. none of these

Correct answer: zero

Solution

A neutral atom has the same number of protons and electrons. Since their charges are equal in magnitude and opposite in sign, the total net charge is zero.

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