Which statement is correct for a neutral atom of any element?
The number of neutrons is always equal to the number of protons.
The number of protons is equal to the number of electrons.
The mass of the electrons is greater than the mass of the nucleus.
The nucleus has zero net electric charge.
284 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 5.1 The nuclear model of the atom, covering 5.1.1a Structure of the atom and ions, 5.1.1b Alpha-particle scattering, 5.1.2a Composition of the nucleus and isotopes, 5.1.2b Proton number, nucleon number and nuclide notation, and 5.1.2c Nuclear fission and nuclear fusion. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.