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1. The nucleus is the part of the atom that
A consist mostly of empty space
B.
has a negative charge
Coccupies most of the atom's total volume
D. contains most of the atom's total mass

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Answer:

D.

Step-by-step explanation:

There are three types of particles within atoms: protons, neutrons, and electrons.

Electrons have essentially no mass and orbit the nucleus in various energy levels.

Protons and neutrons have mass and are both found within the nucleus of the atom.

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