Question

Choose the statements below that are correct regarding the nature of protons and neutrons. Choose ALL statements that are correct.

a. protons and neutrons are found around the outer edge of the atom
b. protons and neutrons have approximately the same charge
c. protons and neutrons are found in the nucleus
d. protons and neutrons have approximately the same mass

Answer 1

c. protons and neutrons are found in the nucleus

d. protons and neutrons have approximately the same mass

Step-by-step explanation:

There are three fundamental particles within an atom which are the protons, neutrons and electrons.

The protons are the positively charged particles within an atom

Neutrons do not carry any charges

Electrons are the negatively charged particles.

• Both the protons and neutrons occupy the tiny nucleus at the center of the atom.
• The electrons moves round the nucleus through the orbital space.
• The mass of the protons and neutrons are similar and are assumed to be approximately the same.