Subatomic Particles

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What is the atomic number?

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The atomic number is the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom.

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Where are protons and neutrons located in an atom?

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Protons and neutrons are located in the nucleus of an atom.

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What charge do electrons carry?

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Electrons carry a negative charge.

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Which subatomic particle is the smallest?

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Electrons are the smallest subatomic particles.

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How many protons does Boron (B) have?

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Boron has 5 protons.

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What are protons?

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Protons are positively charged particles found in the nucleus of an atom.

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What are neutrons?

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Neutrons are neutral particles found in the nucleus of an atom.

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What is the mass of an electron compared to protons and neutrons?

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The mass of an electron is much smaller than that of protons and neutrons.

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What is the role of electrons in an atom?

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Electrons are involved in chemical bonding and determine the atom's charge.

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What is an atom?

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An atom is the basic unit of matter, consisting of protons, neutrons, and electrons.