A neutral atom contains

A) more protons than electrons.
B) more electrons than protons.
C) the same number of electrons and protons.
D) only neutrons.
E) None of the choices are correct.

Neutral Atom

An atom that has an equal number of protons and electrons, resulting in no overall electric charge.

Protons

Subatomic particles found in the nucleus of atoms, with a positive electric charge.

Electrons

Subatomic particles with a negative charge that circle around an atom's nucleus.