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Structure of Atoms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| atom | The smallest particle into which an element can be divided and still have the properties of that element. |
| proton | A positively – charged particle that is located in the nucleus of an atom. |
| neutron | A particle with no charge that is located in the nucleus of the atom. |
| electron | A negatively – charged particle that is located outside of the nucleus of the atom. |
| nucleus | The center of an atom, containing the protons and neutrons. |
| electron cloud | The region inside an atom where electrons may be found. |