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An element has atomic number 11 and mass number 24. What does the nucleus contain?

a) 11 protons, 13 neutrons
b) 11 protons, 13 neutrons, 13 electrons
c) 13 protons, 11 neutrons
d) 13 protons, 11 electrons

Answer: a
Explanation: Z = 11, A = 24. Hence protons = 11 the neutrons (24 – 11) = 13.

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