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  • Identifying an Element by Mass Number and Electron Count - A Step-by-Step Guide
    Here's how to determine the element:

    * Mass Number: The mass number represents the total number of protons and neutrons in an atom's nucleus.

    * Number of Electrons: In a neutral atom, the number of electrons is equal to the number of protons.

    Steps:

    1. Find the number of protons: Since the atom is neutral, the number of protons is equal to the number of electrons, which is 45.

    2. Find the number of neutrons: Subtract the number of protons (45) from the mass number (103): 103 - 45 = 58 neutrons.

    3. Identify the element: The element with 45 protons is Rhodium (Rh).

    Therefore, the element with a mass number of 103 and 45 electrons is Rhodium (Rh).

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