Which statement about an atom is correct? (1 point)

Question

The electron has a negative charge and is found outside the nucleus.
• The neutron has a negative charge and is found in the nucleus.
• The proton has no charge and is found in the nucleus.
• The neutron has no charge and is found outside of the nucleus.

Answer 1

The correct statement about an atom is: The electron has a negative charge and is found outside the nucleus.

The other statements are incorrect because:

• Neutrons have no charge and are found in the nucleus, not the other way around.
• Protons have a positive charge, not no charge, and are also found in the nucleus.
• Neutrons are not found outside of the nucleus; they are located inside the nucleus.