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What is nucleon and where is it present?


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Nucleon

  • The words "nucleon" refer to protons and neutrons, which are found in the atomic nucleus.
  • An electron has a negative charge, a proton has a positive charge while neutrons are uncharged species.
  • Protons and neutrons are present inside the nucleus of an atom while electrons revolve around circular orbits.


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