Which statement is true regarding atomic structure and function?
A) Electrons and protons comprise the nucleus of the atom.
B) An atom is electrically neutral, having the same number of positively charged protons and negatively charged electrons.
C) Neutrons are found in orbits around the atomic nucleus.
D) The charge of an atom depends on where the protons and electrons are located.
E) All shells around the nucleus optimally contain 8 electrons.
B) An atom is electrically neutral, having the same number of positively charged protons and negatively charged electrons.
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