Subatomic Particles and Scientific Method

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What is a subatomic particle?

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A subatomic particle is a particle smaller than an atom, which includes protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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What charge does a neutron have?

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A neutron has no charge, it is neutral.

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What charge does a proton have?

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A proton has a positive charge.

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What charge does an electron have?

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An electron has a negative charge.

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Where is the nucleus located in an atom?

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The nucleus is located at the center of the atom.

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What particles are found in the nucleus of an atom?

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The nucleus contains protons and neutrons.

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What is the overall charge of the nucleus?

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The nucleus has a positive charge due to the presence of protons.

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What are atoms made up of?

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Atoms are made up of subatomic particles: protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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What is the role of electrons in an atom?

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Electrons orbit the nucleus and are involved in chemical bonding.

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What is the mass of a neutron compared to a proton?

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A neutron has a mass approximately equal to that of a proton.