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What is the basic structure of atoms?

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Atoms consist of three parts:

Protons: Protons are the basis of atoms. While an atom can gain or lose neutrons and electrons, its identity is tied to the number of protons. ...

Neutrons: The number of neutrons in an atom is indicated by the letter N. ...

Electrons: Electrons are much smaller than protons or neutrons and orbit around them.

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