An atom has 6 protons, 8 neutrons, and 6 electrons. Its atomic mass is ________.
A) 2
B) 6
C) 8
D) 14
E) 20

Name: An atom has 6 protons, 8 neutrons, and 6 electrons. Its atomic mass is ________. A) 2 B) 6 C) 8 D) 14 E) 20
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The atomic mass of an atom is the total number of protons and neutrons in its nucleus. Given that the atom has 6 protons and 8 neutrons, its atomic mass is 6 + 8 = 14. The number of electrons does not affect the atomic mass. Therefore, the correct option is D) 14.

An Atom Has 6 Protons, 8 Neutrons, and 6 Electrons