Science Made Simple: What Are Protons?
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Protons are positively charged subatomic particles found in every atomic nucleus, determining atomic and baryon numbers. Also referred to as nucleons or hadrons, they consist of quarks held together by the strong interaction force. Unlike neutrons, protons are stable, and they do not decay on their
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Basic Model of the Atom - Atomic Theory
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What is an Atom? - Lesson for Kids - Video & Lesson Transcript
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How did the Proton Get Its Spin?
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Subatomic Particles - Definition, Discovery, and Key Features
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The science of electricity - U.S. Energy Information
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Isotope Examples, Types & Identification - Video & Lesson
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What are Isotopes?
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Hydrogen, Properties, Uses, & Facts
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FSRI ALE - Yes Teach! Math and Science: Basic Electricity I
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Why Protons Are Still Such a Mystery to Scientists
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What Is an Electron? Definition and Facts
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What is an Atom? Definition, Structure, History, and Examples