An atomic number stands for the number of . neutrons in the nucleus of an atom protons in the nucleus of an atom valence electrons in an atom protons plus neutrons in the nucleus of an atom

atoms or electrons

Explanation:

but l guess electrons is the best answer

a rain shadow is a dry region of land on the side that is protected against the prevailing winds of a mountain range. the prevailing winds are the winds that occur most of the time in a particular place of the earth

prevailing winds carry air toward the mountain range. as the air rises up over a mountain range, the air cools, water vapor condenses, and clouds form. on this side of the mountains, called the windward side, precipitation falls in the form of  rain  or snow. this dry air produces a  rain shadow.