* Protons: Each proton carries a single positive charge (+1).
* Electrons: Each electron carries a single negative charge (-1).
Calculation:
* 17 protons * +1 charge/proton = +17 charge
* 10 electrons * -1 charge/electron = -10 charge
Total Charge: +17 charge + (-10 charge) = +7 charge
Therefore, the total charge of 17 protons and 10 electrons is +7.