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The positive charge of the nucleus is due to the presence of neutrons present in it.


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The correct option is B False
  • Atoms are the building blocks of all different matter.
  • Atoms are made up of 3 subatomic particles namely protons, electrons, and neutrons.
  • Every atom consists of a small positive region at its center called the nucleus.
  • Protons and neutrons are present inside the nucleus.
  • Electrons revolve around the nucleus in a definite circular path known as shell or orbit.
  • Electrons are negatively charged, protons are positively charged, and neutrons do not carry any charge.
  • The positive charge of the nucleus is due to the presence of protons present in it.
  • Every atom contains an equal number of positively charged protons and negatively charged electrons. Hence The atom is electrically neutra.
Atomic Structure - Electrons, Protons, Neutrons and Atomic Models

Therefore the given statement is false i.e., The positive charge of the nucleus is due to the presence of neutrons present in it.


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