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Question
What is a neutron? State its relative mass and charge.
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Solution
A neutron is a subatomic particle denoted by symbol 'n'. It has no net electric charge and has a mass slightly more than that of a proton. The neutron is a neutral particle found in the nucleus of an atom. Its relative mass is 1u.
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