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Question
State the location of electrons, protons and neutrons in an atom.
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Solution
In an atom, the position of subatomic particles is as follows:
Protons: They are positively charged particles present at the centre of the nucleus of an atom.
Neutrons: They are neutral subatomic particles also present in the nucleus of an atom.
Electrons: They are negatively charged particles which revolve in particular orbits around the nucleus of an atom.
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