Tin is element number 50. This means that all tin atoms have
A) an atomic number of 50
B) 50 neutrons in the nucleus
C) a total of 50 subatomic particles in the nucleus
D) more than one correct response
E) no correct response

Question

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The atomic number represents the number of protons in an atom's nucleus. Since tin is element number 50, all tin atoms have 50 protons in their nucleus, which corresponds to their atomic number.

Tin Is Element Number 50