The charge number of a newly produced element, whose atomic number remains the same, will depend on the specific element and the context in which it is being discussed.
The atomic number of an element represents the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom and determines its identity. It remains constant for a given element. However, the charge on an atom or ion can vary depending on the gain or loss of electrons.
If the atomic number remains the same, but the element is in a different charged state, it means the element has gained or lost electrons. When an atom gains electrons, it becomes negatively charged and forms an anion. Conversely, when an atom loses electrons, it becomes positively charged and forms a cation.
For example, let's consider oxygen (O). Oxygen has an atomic number of 8, indicating it has 8 protons. In its neutral state, oxygen has an equal number of electrons, resulting in no net charge (O^0). However, if oxygen gains two electrons, it will have 10 electrons and a charge of -2, forming the oxide ion (O^2-). On the other hand, if oxygen loses two electrons, it will have 6 electrons and a charge of +2, forming the oxygen cation (O^2+).
So, even if the atomic number remains the same, the charge number of a newly produced element can differ based on the gain or loss of electrons, which determines the ion's charge.