Multiple Choice
What type of particle is located in the nucleus and has a positive charge?
2. Atoms & Elements
Subatomic Particles
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Which subatomic particles are located in the nucleus of an atom?
A
Neutrons and electrons
B
Electrons and protons
C
Only electrons
D
Protons and neutrons
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Begin by understanding the structure of an atom. An atom consists of a nucleus and an electron cloud surrounding it.
The nucleus is the central part of the atom and contains the majority of the atom's mass.
Identify the subatomic particles: protons, neutrons, and electrons. Protons have a positive charge, neutrons have no charge, and electrons have a negative charge.
Recall that protons and neutrons are located in the nucleus of the atom. Electrons are found in the electron cloud outside the nucleus.
Conclude that the subatomic particles located in the nucleus are protons and neutrons, as electrons are not part of the nucleus.
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