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Which sub-atomic particle is NOT found at the center of the atom?

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Protons and neutrons are in the nucleus (the center of an atom), but electrons are not.

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All the positive charge of an atom is contained in the nucleus, and originates from the protons. Neutrons are neutrally-charged. Electrons, which are negatively-charged, are located outside of the nucleus.
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