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What is the relative charge of a neutron?
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Topic
Atomic structure
Question
- A. Positive
- B. Negative
- C. Neutral
- D. Variable
Answer
Neutral
Explanation
Neutrons have a relative charge of neutral, meaning they do not have any charge, unlike protons (positive) and electrons (negative).
Common mistake
Confusing Atoms and Ions
Students often describe an atom as having a positive charge because it contains protons, forgetting that the overall charge depends on the balance with electrons.
Remember that an atom is neutral when it has equal numbers of protons and electrons. If it has more protons than electrons, it becomes a positively charged ion. For example, a sodium atom (Na) has 11 protons and 11 electrons, making it neutral, but if it loses one electron, it becomes Na⁺, a positively charged ion.
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