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QuizMultiple Choice

The Structure of the Atom

Question 10 • *26-27 CFISD TX-Chemistry A CR

In which of these statements are protons, electrons, and neutrons correctly compared?

Answer
A
Quarks are present in protons and neutrons but not in electrons.
B
Quarks are present in protons, neutrons, and electrons.
C
Quarks are present in neutrons and electrons but not in protons.
D
Quarks are present in protons and electrons but not in neutrons.

Explanation

Protons and neutrons are made of quarks: protons contain two up quarks and one down quark, while neutrons contain one up quark and two down quarks. Electrons are elementary particles and are not made of quarks. Therefore, the correct statement is that quarks are present in protons and neutrons but not in electrons.

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