The following selections relate to distinguishing arguments from nonarguments and identifying conclusions. Select the best answer for each. An element is a collection of atoms of the same type. Each atom contains three fundamental particles-a proton, a neutron, and an electron. The protons and neutrons are in the center, or nucleus, of the atom. Protons have a positive charge, while neutrons have

no electric charge. The electrons have a negative charge and orbit about the nucleus at a specific distance. Edward F. Albin, Earth Science Made Easy

A) Argument; conclusion: An element is a collection of atoms of the same type. B) Argument; conclusion: The electrons have a negative charge ... specific distance. C) Nonargument. D) Argument; conclusion: Each atom contains ... an electron. E) Argument; conclusion: The protons and neutrons ... of the atom.


C

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