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Which of the following subatomic particles has the LEAST mass?

A. Electron
B. Proton
C. Neutron
D. Nucleon
I think it is A but can someone explain this to me?

User Fast Tooth
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An electron this is the smallest particle and it takes up the least mass because its negative charge makes it harder for electrons to have a place in an atom.
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