Particles which can be added to the nucleus of an atom without changing its chemical properties are:
Correct answer: A. Neutrons
- A. Neutrons
- B. Electrons
- C. Protons
- D. Alpha particles
Explanation
When neutrons are added to the nucleus of an atom its chemical properties remain unchanged because the atomic number of particles remains the same. But when electron, proton, or alpha particles are added the atomic number changes which consequently, causes a change in chemical properties. The chemical properties of an element are determined by the number of electrons in its atom, which in turn is determined by the number of protons.
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