Multiple Choice
In atomic structure, what type of electric charge does a proton have?
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4. Atoms and Elements
Subatomic Particles (Simplified)
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Which subatomic particle in an atom has a positive charge?
A
Proton
B
Nucleus
C
Neutron
D
Electron
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Recall that an atom is composed of three main subatomic particles: protons, neutrons, and electrons.
Understand the charges associated with each particle: protons have a positive charge, neutrons have no charge (neutral), and electrons have a negative charge.
Identify the location of each particle: protons and neutrons are located in the nucleus, while electrons orbit around the nucleus.
Since the question asks for the subatomic particle with a positive charge, focus on the particle that carries a positive charge, which is the proton.
Therefore, the subatomic particle in an atom that has a positive charge is the proton.
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