Atomic structure (nucleus): The nucleus of an atom is composed of which fundamental particles? Recall the composition of the atomic nucleus versus the electron cloud. Choose the correct option.

Q: Atomic structure (nucleus): The nucleus of an atom is composed of which fundamental particles? Recall the composition of the atomic nucleus versus the electron cloud. Choose the correct option.

Concept/Approach The atomic nucleus contains protons (+) and neutrons (0). Electrons (−) occupy the surrounding orbitals/cloud, not the nucleus. Final Answer Protons and neutrons

Difficulty: Easy

Electrons and neutrons
Electrons and protons
Protons and neutrons
All of the above

Correct Answer: Protons and neutrons

Explanation:

Concept/Approach
The atomic nucleus contains protons (+) and neutrons (0). Electrons (−) occupy the surrounding orbitals/cloud, not the nucleus.

Final Answer
Protons and neutrons

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