Question #20464

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Nov 23, 2017

Both are sub-atomic particles.

Explanation:

Protons are relatively massive and have a +1 charge.
Electrons are relatively small, exhibit pronounced wave character, and have a -1 charge.
A proton and electron pair comprise a neutral hydrogen atom.

Nov 23, 2017

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Explanation:

  • Protons have a positive charge, while electrons have a negative charge
  • Protons live in the nucleus, while electrons are outside the nucleus, in the orbitals
  • Protons are significantly heavier than electrons
  • The identity of an element depends on the number of electrons; the number of protons can create isotopes, but it itself cannot change the identity of the element
  • An electron is a fundamental particle (it cannot be split). A proton is made up of smaller particles (quarks, etc.)