A. The number of protons only
B. The ratio of neutrons to protons
C. The total number of nucleons
D. The presence of electrons
Answer: The ratio of neutrons to protons
A. The number of protons only
B. The ratio of neutrons to protons
C. The total number of nucleons
D. The presence of electrons
Answer: The ratio of neutrons to protons
Additional Information: The stability of a nucleus is largely determined by the neutron-to-proton ratio.
Subjects: Atomic Structure, Chemistry