Neutrons are neutral particles found in the nucleus of an atom. They contribute to the overall mass of an atom without affecting its charge.
Imagine neutrons as "peacekeepers" within a community. Just like peacekeepers maintain stability without taking sides, neutrons balance out protons' positive charge without adding any additional charge themselves.
Protons: Protons are positively charged particles found in the nucleus of an atom. They determine atomic number and contribute to overall mass.
Electrons: Electrons are negatively charged particles that orbit around the nucleus of an atom. They determine chemical properties and participate in bonding with other atoms.
Isotopes: Isotopes are atoms with different numbers of neutrons but same number of protons, resulting in variations in atomic mass.
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