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How does the size of the electron compare to the size of a proton or neutron?

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Protons and neutrons have almost the same mass, while the electron is approximately 2000 times lighter.

Protons and electrons carry charges of equal magnitude, but opposite charge. Neutrons carry no charge because they are neutral.
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