parts of an atom

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What are the three main subatomic particles of an atom?

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Protons, Neutrons, and Electrons.

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What is the charge of an electron?

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Negative.

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Where are protons located in an atom?

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In the nucleus.

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What is the charge of a neutron?

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Neutral, or no charge.

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What is the charge of a proton?

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Positive.

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What is the nucleus of an atom composed of?

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Protons and Neutrons.

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What is the primary function of electrons in an atom?

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To participate in chemical bonding and reactions.

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What is the term for the region around the nucleus where electrons are likely to be found?

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Electron cloud.

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How do the masses of protons, neutrons, and electrons compare?

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Protons and Neutrons have similar masses, which are much greater than that of Electrons.

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What is the overall charge of an atom?

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Neutral, because the number of protons equals the number of electrons.