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Question 6 • Physical Science

Which subatomic particle has the least mass?

Answer
A
the atom
B
electron
C
proton
D
neutron

Explanation

The electron has the least mass of the three subatomic particles listed. A proton and a neutron each have about 1 atomic mass unit, while an electron has about 1/1,836 of a proton’s mass. Therefore, the correct choice is electron.

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