Which of the following statements about subatomic particles is TRUE?
A) A neutral atom contains the same number of protons and electrons.
B) Protons have about the same mass as electrons.
C) Electrons make up most of the mass of an atom.
D) Protons and neutrons have opposite, but equal in magnitude, charges.
E) Neutrons and electrons are found in the nucleus of an atom.

Question

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A neutral atom has an equal number of positively charged protons and negatively charged electrons.

Answer: B
 Protons have a mass approximately 1,836 times greater than electrons.

Answer: E
 Electrons are not found in the nucleus, only protons and neutrons are. Neutrons have no charge while electrons have a negative charge.

Which of the Following Statements About Subatomic Particles Is TRUE