Copper has an atomic number of 29. that means that there are 29 protons in the nucleus of each copper atom. that's what the atomic number is; the number of protons in an atom of a certain element. if one copper atom contains 29 protons, how many copper atoms could you make out of 174 protons?

The number of neutrons is equal to the atomic number minus the atomic mass. a. true b. false

Nuclear decay is the spontaneous decay of one element into a. an x-ray b. a ray of light c. another element

In what way do investigations build scientific knowledge? the results of investigations lead to questions that cannot be tested. they reflect the opinions and social values of scientists, ensuring valid information. the results of investigations lead to new questions, which lead to new investigations. they are not influenced by the research of earlier scientists, so they are able to address gaps in understanding.i