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What are the three subatomic particles in an atom?

A) Protons, neutrons, and electrons
B) Protons, photons, and electrons
C) Neutrons, electrons, and positrons
D) Protons, neutrons, and quarks

Explanation

Atoms consist of protons (positive, in nucleus), neutrons (neutral, in nucleus), and electrons (negative, orbiting).

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