CP6+Neutral

Does the number of neutrons in an atom affect whether it is neutral or not? No. Is it possible to figure out the element type if then electron number is given? Only if it is neutral. How is it possible for an atom to be neutral? They have the same number of protons and electrons. Is an atom always neutral? No. is an isotope/ions neutral atoms? Isotopes can be neutral but not always. Ions are never neutral.

To Find more about neutral atoms-follow these links: http://ericksoncpchem2010-11.wikispaces.com/Unit+2+Worksheets http://www.answers.com/topic/neutral-atom http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080607192127AAMoiQl http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Energetic_neutral_atom For the first link, click on only the Atomic structure no. 1 links-there is basic information on the atom there and since a neutral atom can't have a charge or anything, neutral atoms are pretty much normal atoms.

= Isotopes have nothing to do with whether the atom is neutral or not- Jake C =