Question

What type of charge is present on the nucleus of an atom?

Answer 1

Nucleus:

The central part of an atom which contains protons and neutrons is known as the nucleus.

Charge on the nucleus:

1. The nucleus contains protons and neutrons.
2. The protons are positively charged and the neutrons are electrically neutral.
3. Thus, the nucleus becomes positively charged.

Thus, positive charge is present on the nucleus of an atom.