Question

An atom has 14 protons, 16 neutrons, and 14 electrons. What is the charge of the atom's nucleus?
A.+14
B.+16
C.-14
D.-16

Answer 1

It’s zero because to find the charge you have to subtract p-e which is 14-14 making it 0

Answer 2

The answer is A. +14
Protons are found in the nucleus and the number of protons is positive.