Question

select all that apply
select all the statements that are true regarding the charge of protons and electrons.

electrons can have a positive or negative charge depending on their direction of motion.
electrons and protons cannot be separated from their charge.
the charge of protons and electrons is opposite.
protons have a positive charge.

Explanation:

• Electrons have a fixed negative charge, not dependent on motion. So the first statement is false.
• Electrons and protons are fundamental particles with their respective charges (electrons - negative, protons - positive) which are intrinsic properties. They cannot be separated from their charge.
• Protons have a positive charge and electrons have a negative charge, so their charges are opposite.
• Protons indeed have a positive charge.

Answer:

• B. Electrons and protons cannot be separated from their charge.
• C. The charge of protons and electrons is opposite.
• D. Protons have a positive charge.