The nucleon number and the proton number of a neutral atom of an element are 238 and 92 respectively. What is the number of neutrons in the atom?

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A. 330
B. 238
C. 146
D. 119
E. 73

Correct Answer:

Option C – 146

Explanation

238 – 92 = 146

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