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Which subatomic particle cannot change in an atom?
Proton, Neutron, Electron

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Answer: Protons cannot change in an atom because that would change the identity of a particle. Electrons on the other hand can be added or removed creating an ion. Neutrons can also be added or removed to create an isotope.

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