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Determine whether each statement below is true or false to complete the table. (1 point)
True False
The nucleus of an atom is found in the atom's center.

The nucleus of an atom contains at least one proton.

A neutron has a positive electrical charge.

Most of an atoms mass is found in protons and neutrons.

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Here are the statements evaluated as true or false:

  1. The nucleus of an atom is found in the atom's center.
    True – The nucleus is located at the center of the atom.

  2. The nucleus of an atom contains at least one proton.
    True – Most atoms have at least one proton in their nucleus, which defines the element.

  3. A neutron has a positive electrical charge.
    False – Neutrons have no charge; they are neutral.

  4. Most of an atom's mass is found in protons and neutrons.
    True – Protons and neutrons are much more massive than electrons, so the majority of an atom's mass is concentrated in the nucleus.

Here’s the completed table:

| Statement | True | False | |--------------------------------------------------------------------------|------|-------| | The nucleus of an atom is found in the atom's center. | ✅ | | | The nucleus of an atom contains at least one proton. | ✅ | | | A neutron has a positive electrical charge. | | ✅ | | Most of an atom's mass is found in protons and neutrons. | ✅ | |