Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 1292216239
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Chapter 2 - Basic Chemistry - Review Questions - Page 86: 17

Answer

All atoms are neutrally charged because the number of electrons balance the charge of protons. If an atom were positively charged, it will attract some electrons and become neutral. Similarly, if it was negatively charged, it will remove some of its electrons to gain neutrality.

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