Atom Structure

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The Composition of an Atom An atom, the smallest constituent unit of ordinary matter that constitutes a chemical element, is composed of three main subatomic particles: protons, neutrons, and electrons. Protons and neutrons are located in the nucleus at the center of the atom, while electrons orbit around it in shells. These subatomic particles have distinct properties and charges that determine an atom's identity and behavior within chemical reactions.