elemszámát

Elemzámát is a Hungarian term that translates to "atomic number" in English. It refers to the number of protons found in the nucleus of an atom. The atomic number is a fundamental property of a chemical element and uniquely identifies it. For instance, every atom with six protons is an atom of carbon, and its atomic number is 6. Similarly, hydrogen has an atomic number of 1 because its nucleus contains one proton.

The atomic number is crucial in organizing the periodic table of elements. Elements are arranged in increasing order of their atomic numbers, which generally correlates with their chemical properties. The atomic number dictates the electron configuration of a neutral atom, as the number of electrons equals the number of protons in a neutral state. This electron configuration, in turn, determines how an element will interact with other elements to form chemical bonds. The symbol for atomic number is typically 'Z'.