Differences between the Three Particles
The differences between the three particles are represented below.
| Particle | Charge | Mass | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proton | +1 | 1 a.m.u | Nucleus |
| Electron | -1 | About 1/1850 that of a proton | Orbiting the nucleus |
| Neutron | 0 | 1 a.m.u | Nucleus |