Question #20464
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Nov 23, 2017
Both are sub-atomic particles.
Explanation:
Protons are relatively massive and have a +1 charge.
Electrons are relatively small, exhibit pronounced wave character, and have a -1 charge.
A proton and electron pair comprise a neutral hydrogen atom.
Nov 23, 2017
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Explanation:
- Protons have a positive charge, while electrons have a negative charge
- Protons live in the nucleus, while electrons are outside the nucleus, in the orbitals
- Protons are significantly heavier than electrons
- The identity of an element depends on the number of electrons; the number of protons can create isotopes, but it itself cannot change the identity of the element
- An electron is a fundamental particle (it cannot be split). A proton is made up of smaller particles (quarks, etc.)