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The mass of an atom is due to the mass of its nucleus and the nucleus of an atom contains protons and neutrons, together called as nucleons.

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The nucleus consists of neutrons and protons, which are also known as nucleons. When the atomic mass is calculated, the mass of the electrons is considered negligible, due to its relatively insignificant mass.

So, the mass of the atom is mostly due to its nucleus which has protons and neutrons within it.

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The mass of an atom is due to the mass of its nucleus and the nucleus of an atom contains protons and neutrons together called as nucleons.

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