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Nucleus

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025

Definition

The nucleus is the central part of an atom that contains protons and neutrons. It has a positive charge due to the presence of protons.