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What is the role of neutrons in the nucleus of an atom?
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What is the role of neutrons in the nucleus of an atom?

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Neutrons keep the Protons "in check", meaning Protons hold a very strong repulsive positive charge. The Neutrons counteract the repulsive force within a small space to keep the Nucleus stable.

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