An element is a collection of atoms of the same type. Each atom contains three fundamental particles-a proton, a neutron, and an electron. The protons and neutrons are in the center, or nucleus, of the atom. Protons have a positive charge, while neutrons have no electric charge. The electrons have a negative charge and orbit about the nucleus at a specific distance. Edward F. Albin, Earth Science Made Easy
A) Argument; conclusion: An element is a collection of atoms of the same type.
B) Argument; conclusion: The electrons have a negative charge ... specific distance.
C) Nonargument.
D) Argument; conclusion: Each atom contains ... an electron.
E) Argument; conclusion: The protons and neutrons ... of the atom.

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The passage provides factual information about the structure of an atom and the characteristics of its subatomic particles without presenting an argument or drawing a conclusion.

An Element Is a Collection of Atoms of the Same