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What makes up the nucleus of every atom in a substance such as carbon
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The nucleus of an atom consists of both neutrons and protons.

Neutrons have zero electrical charge.
Protons have a positive charge.

Stable Carbon has 6 protons and 6 neutrons.
Some Carbon atoms may have more or less than 6 neutrons, these are called Carbon Isotopes.
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