Question

question 8 of 21 which statement accurately describes the composition of an atom? an atom has a central nucleus that contains protons and neutrons with the electrons orbiting the nucleus. an atom has a central nucleus that contains electrons and neutrons with protons orbiting the nucleus. an atom has a central nucleus that contains protons and electrons with the neutrons orbiting the nucleus. an atom has a central nucleus that contains any arrangement of protons, neutrons and electrons with electro

Explanation:

An atom's nucleus contains protons and neutrons, while electrons orbit the nucleus. This is a fundamental concept in atomic - structure theory.

Answer:

An atom has a central nucleus that contains protons and neutrons with the electrons orbiting the nucleus.