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  • How to Identify a Large Atom: The Role of Atomic Number
    It's not really about a specific name, but rather about the atomic number.

    Here's why:

    * Atomic Number: The number of protons in an atom's nucleus defines its element.

    * Larger Atoms: Atoms with a higher atomic number have more protons and more electrons, leading to a larger atomic radius.

    So, instead of a name, we talk about atoms with a high atomic number as being large atoms.

    For example:

    * Uranium (U) has an atomic number of 92, making it a large atom.

    * Oganesson (Og) with an atomic number of 118 is the largest known naturally occurring element.

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