General Science Matter Flash Card Set 798503

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Electron

An electron is a subatomic particle that orbits the nucleus of an atom. It carries a negative electric charge. Generally, an atom has the same number of negative electrons orbiting the nucleus as it does positive protons inside.

electrons, protons

Generally, an atom has the same number of negative __________ orbiting the nucleus as it does positive __________ inside.