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 evaluations for each statement:

| 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. | ✔️ | |

Explanation:

  • The nucleus is indeed at the center of an atom.
  • Most atomic nuclei contain at least one proton, making this statement true.
  • Neutrons have no charge; they are neutral, thus the third statement is false.
  • The mass of an atom is primarily concentrated in the protons and neutrons located in the nucleus.
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