What are the subatomic particles in a nucleus?

The nucleus itself is generally made of protons and neutrons but even these are composite objects. Inside the protons and neutrons, we find the quarks, but these appear to be indivisible, just like the electrons. Quarks and electrons are some of the elementary particles we study at CERN and in other laboratories.

How many types of subatomic particles are there?

There are two types of subatomic particles: elementary and composite particles.

Which subatomic particles make up the nucleus of an atom?

The subatomic particles of protons and neutrons are found in the nucleus of an atom. Protons are particles with a positive charge, while neutrons have no charge. Electrons, which have a negative charge, are particles that can found orbiting outside the nucleus of an atom.

Which is the most important subatomic particle in chemistry?

The subatomic particles considered important in the understanding of chemistry are the electron, the proton, and the neutron. Nuclear physics deals with how protons and neutrons arrange themselves in nuclei. The study of subatomic particles, atoms and molecules, and their structure and interactions, requires quantum mechanics.

What kind of particles are found outside the nucleus?

Protons are particles with a positive charge, while neutrons have no charge. Electrons, which have a negative charge, are particles that can found orbiting outside the nucleus of an atom. Every atom has a specific set of identical protons and identical neutrons.

How are neutrons different from other subatomic particles?

Neutrons, along with protons, make up the nucleons. Neutrons are named for their neutral nature – unlike protons and electrons, they do not carry any charge. The discovery and general properties of neutrons are discussed below. Neutrons are neutrally charged subatomic particles.