Which phrase describes the nucleus of any atom?

June 2023 NY Regents Chemistry Exam

1 Which phrase describes the nucleus of any atom? (1) has an overall positive charge

(2) has an overall negative charge

(3) contains negative electrons

(4) contains positive electrons

Solution: Nucleus of an atom contains protons (positively charged) and neutrons (no charge). Nucleus has an overall positive charge.

Answer: 1

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