Chemistry
(a) Name the three fundamental particles of an atom.
(b) Give the symbol and charge of each particle.
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(a) The three fundamental particles of an atom are:
- electrons
- protons
- neutrons
(b) The table below shows the symbol and charge of the particles:
| Particle | Symbol | Charge |
|---|---|---|
| Electron | 0-1e or e- | -1 |
| Proton | 11H or p+ | +1 |
| Neutron | 10n or n | No charge |
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