Question

chapter 4: parts of the atom & bonding
guided reading - short answer

1. what three particles make up an atom, and where is each located?

Explanation:

To answer this, we recall atomic structure. Atoms have three main subatomic particles. Protons (positive charge) and neutrons (neutral charge) are in the nucleus (center) of the atom. Electrons (negative charge) orbit the nucleus in electron clouds (or shells) outside the nucleus.

Answer:

The three particles that make up an atom are protons, neutrons, and electrons. Protons and neutrons are located in the nucleus (the central part) of the atom, while electrons are located in the electron cloud (or electron shells) surrounding the nucleus.