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The Structure of the Atom

Question 9 • SVHS Chemistry 1 $FA

Which statement describes an electron?

Answer
A
It has a positive charge and is located in the nucleus.
B
It has a positive charge and is located in orbitals around the nucleus.
C
It has a negative charge and is located in the nucleus.
D
It has a negative charge and is located in orbitals around the nucleus.

Explanation

An electron has a negative electric charge and is found in orbitals around the nucleus. Protons, not electrons, have a positive charge and are located in the nucleus, so the correct statement is “It has a negative charge and is located in orbitals around the nucleus.”

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