Multiple Choice
Which of the following is the smallest subatomic particle?
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2. Atoms & Elements
Subatomic Particles
Multiple Choice
Which of the following best describes the relative charge of a proton?
A
+1
B
+2
C
-1
D
0
Verified step by step guidance1
Recall that the proton is a subatomic particle found in the nucleus of an atom.
Understand that the proton carries a positive electric charge, which is fundamental to the structure of atoms.
Know that the magnitude of the proton's charge is defined as +1 elementary charge, which is the standard unit of electric charge.
Compare the given options to the known charge of a proton: +1, +2, -1, and 0.
Conclude that the correct description of the proton's relative charge is +1, as it carries one positive elementary charge.
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