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Describe the structure of an atom in terms of protons neutrons and "shells" of electrons

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Step-by-step explanation:

an atom consists of prontons electrons and neutrons.
The nucleus is positively charged proven by the Rutherford experiment. The protons and neutrons are in the nucleus so the charges cancel out. The electrons are surrounded in the shells that are negatively charged.

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