Question

which of the following are features of the nucleus of an atom? select all that apply a the nucleus is located at the center of the atom. b it has relatively great mass compared to the other components of the atom. c the nucleus has a tiny size relative to the total space occupied by the atom. d the nucleus contains electrons and neutrons. e the nucleus contains protons and neutrons.

Explanation:

• The nucleus is at the atom's center. It holds most of the atom's mass due to protons and neutrons. Its size is tiny compared to the atom's overall volume. Protons and neutrons are in the nucleus, while electrons are in orbitals outside it.

Answer:

A. The nucleus is located at the center of the atom.
B. It has relatively great mass compared to the other components of the atom.
C. The nucleus has a tiny size relative to the total space occupied by the atom.
E. The nucleus contains protons and neutrons.