Structure of an atom
Elements, such as helium, depicted here, are made up of atoms. Atoms are made up of protons and neutrons located within the nucleus, with electrons in orbitals surrounding the nucleus.
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"OpenStax College, Atoms, Isotopes, Ions, and Molecules: The Building Blocks. October 16, 2013."
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