Q:

Which statement accurately describes the atoms of a specific element? A An indium‚ In‚ atom contains 115 protons inside the nucleus and 49 neutrons outside the nucleus. B A scandium‚ Sc‚ atom contains 45 electrons outside the nucleus and 21 neutrons inside the nucleus. C An aluminum‚ Al‚ atom contains 27 electrons and 27 protons inside the nucleus. D A zinc‚ Zn‚ atom contains 30 protons inside the nucleus and 30 electrons outside the nucleus.

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Answer: the correct answer is 100% B.  scandium‚ Sc‚ atom contains 45 electrons outside the nucleus and 21 neutrons inside the nucleus.  just took the test and got it right