A proton is a subatomic particle that carries a positive charge and is found in the nucleus of an atom.
Imagine protons as the cheerleaders of an atom. They are always full of positive energy, cheering on the team (the nucleus) and keeping everything together.
Electron: A negatively charged subatomic particle that orbits around the nucleus.
Neutron: An uncharged subatomic particle found in the nucleus alongside protons.
Atomic Nucleus: The central part of an atom where protons and neutrons are located.
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