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Where are the subatomic particles located in an atom?
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An explanation corresponding to the location of subatomic particles in an atom.
Introduction:
A subatomic particle is defined as the unit of energy that is considered to be the basic fundamental unit of all types of matter that exists. Subatomic particles are present inside an atom.
Explanation of Solution
Subatomic particles are the particles present inside the atom. These include electrons, neutrons, and protons. An atom consists of a nucleus which is present at the center of the atom.
Electrons are the negatively charged species that revolve around the nucleus in stationary orbits.
Protons are the positively charged species present inside the nucleus that is located at the center of an atom.
Neutrons are the neutral species present inside the nucleus.
The neutrons and protons are present inside the nucleus and the electrons revolve around it.
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