Match each description with the correct subatomic particle.

Neutral particle found in the nucleus.

Positively charged particle in the nucleus of an atom.

The subatomic particle with the smallest mass.

Negatively charged particle found outside the nucleus.

Choices: Electron, Proton, Neutron

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Here are the matched descriptions with the correct subatomic particle:

  1. Neutral particle found in the nucleus. - Neutron
  2. Positively charged particle in the nucleus of an atom. - Proton
  3. The subatomic particle with the smallest mass. - Electron
  4. Negatively charged particle found outside the nucleus. - Electron

(Note: The electron is mentioned twice, as it fits both the smallest mass and the negatively charged particle descriptions.)