The Nucleus of an Atom Contains

question 24

Multiple Choice

The nucleus of an atom contains

• A) neutrons and electrons.
• B) electrons only.
• C) protons, neutrons, and electrons.
• D) protons and neutrons.
• E) neutrons only.

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