Pearson eText Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology -- Instant Access (Pearson+)
Pearson eText Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology -- Instant Access (Pearson+)
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780135755785
Author: Gerald Audesirk, Teresa Audesirk
Publisher: PEARSON+
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Chapter 2.2, Problem 1CYL
Summary Introduction

To explain:

The fact that makes the atom reactive.

Introduction:

The atoms which have an equal number of protons and electrons are reactive in nature. The presence of equal numbers of protons and electrons gives an atom an overall neutral charge and does not provide them with any stability.

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Pearson eText Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology -- Instant Access (Pearson+)