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What charge is present on a neutron?

  1. A
    positive
  2. B
    negative
  3. C
    no charge
  4. D
    No option is correct.

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A neutron is a subatomic particle found inside the nucleus of an atom. Discovered by James Chadwick, it is electrically neutral, meaning it has no charge (0 charge), unlike positively charged protons and negatively charged electrons.

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What charge is present on a neutron?
A
positive
B
negative
C
no charge
D
No option is correct.

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