A proton is a subatomic particle that carries a positive charge and is found in the nucleus of an atom.
Neutron: A neutron is another subatomic particle found in the nucleus of an atom, but it carries no charge.
Atomic Nucleus: The atomic nucleus is the central part of an atom where protons and neutrons are located.
Atomic Number: The atomic number represents the number of protons in an atom's nucleus.
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