Find the Number of Protons K

To find the number of protons in ${\displaystyle \text{potassium}}$, first locate the element on the periodic table. Next, find the atomic number which is located above the element\'s symbol. Since ${\displaystyle \text{potassium}}$\'s atomic number is ${\displaystyle 19}$, ${\displaystyle K}$ has ${\displaystyle 19}$ protons.