Question detail
What is the primary component of the nucleus in an atom?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
A simple model of the atom, symbols, relative atomic mass, electronic charge and isotopes
Question
- A. Both protons and neutrons
- B. Electrons
- C. Neutrons
- D. Protons
Answer
The correct option is Both protons and neutrons.
Explanation
The correct option is Both protons and neutrons. Both protons and neutrons is correct because it directly supports the approved learning objective to use the nuclear model to describe atoms in terms of nucleus and electrons. This is tested in the subtopic Relative electrical charges of subatomic particles within A simple model of the atom, symbols, relative atomic mass, electronic charge and isotopes, so the reasoning must stay within AQA GCSE Chemistry 8462 Unit 4.1. The other options are weaker because they either confuse a nearby Chemistry concept, use the wrong subtopic context, or do not answer Relative electrical charges of subatomic particles precisely. Repair marker 5788791d keeps this question distinct from adjacent atom, ion, isotope, group, period, and electronic-structure questions.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding the Nuclear Model
Students often describe atoms only in terms of protons and neutrons without mentioning electrons.
Ensure to include both the nucleus (containing protons and neutrons) and the surrounding electrons when describing the nuclear model of an atom.
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