Protons are positively charged particles found within atomic nuclei.
Neutrons: Particles in an atom's nucleus with no charge. They're like the neutral guests at a party who don't sway towards positivity or negativity.
Electrons: Negatively charged particles that orbit around an atom's nucleus. They're like those party-goers who prefer to hang out on the outskirts, away from the central crowd (nucleus).
Atomic Number: The number of protons in an atom's nucleus, which determines its identity as a particular element. It's like a name tag at a party that tells you exactly who someone is.
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