Multiple Choice
In a simplified model of subatomic particles, what is the magnitude of the electric charge of a neutron?
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4. Atoms and Elements
Subatomic Particles (Simplified)
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In a neutral atom, which subatomic particle carries a negative charge?
A
Nucleus
B
Electron
C
Proton
D
Neutron
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Recall that an atom consists of three main subatomic particles: protons, neutrons, and electrons.
Understand the charges associated with each particle: protons carry a positive charge, neutrons have no charge (neutral), and electrons carry a negative charge.
Recognize that the nucleus of an atom contains protons and neutrons, but not electrons.
Since the question asks for the subatomic particle with a negative charge, focus on the particle outside the nucleus.
Conclude that the electron is the subatomic particle that carries a negative charge in a neutral atom.
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