Which statement about an atom is correct A the electron has a negative charge and is found outside of the nucleus B the proton has no charge and is found in the nucleus C The neutron has a negative charge and is found in the nucleus D The neutron has no charge and is found outside of the nucleus

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The correct statement about an atom is:

A. The electron has a negative charge and is found outside of the nucleus.

Here's a breakdown of the other statements:

  • B. The proton has no charge and is found in the nucleus. (Incorrect - protons have a positive charge.)
  • C. The neutron has a negative charge and is found in the nucleus. (Incorrect - neutrons have no charge.)
  • D. The neutron has no charge and is found outside of the nucleus. (Incorrect - neutrons have no charge, but they are found in the nucleus.)

So, option A is the only correct statement.