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Which of the following statements correctly describe subatomic particles? multiple select question. a neutron is much heavier than a proton. protons are positively charged. the electrons are located outside the nucleus of an atom. the mass of an electron is much smaller than the mass of a proton. the charge on a neutron is equal but opposite to the charge on a proton.
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The following statements correctly describe subatomic particles:
Protons are positively charged.
The electrons are located outside the nucleus of an atom.
The mass of an electron is much smaller than the mass of a proton.
Explanation:
Protons are positively charged particles found in the nucleus of an atom.
Neutrons are neutral particles (no charge) also found in the nucleus.
Electrons are negatively charged particles that orbit the nucleus in shells or energy levels.
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