Question

Define the subatomic particles of an atom? [3 Marks]​

Answer 1

i) Protons(p) are positively charged subatomic particles present inside the nucleus of an atom. [1 Mark]​

ii) Electrons(e) are negatively charged subatomic particles that revolve around the nucleus of the atom in specific orbits. The mass of an electron is negligible as compared to that of a proton or neutron. [1 Mark]​

iii) Neutron(n) does not have any charge and is present inside the nucleus of an atom. [1 Mark]​