An oxygen atom contains 8 electrons.
According to the provided reference, an oxygen atom consists of 8 electrons, 8 protons, and 8 neutrons (03-Jul-2022). The number of electrons in a neutral atom is equal to the number of protons. This balance ensures that the atom has no overall electrical charge.
| Particle | Number |
|---|---|
| Electrons | 8 |
| Protons | 8 |
| Neutrons | 8 |
