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the layer of electrons surrounding the nucleus of an atom is called "shells"

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Is an electron inside or outside the nucleus?

They are outside the nucleus. They move around the nucleus.


Is it true that in a an atom electrons travel outside the nucleus?

Yes. The nucleus contains protons and neutrons and is electrially charged. The electrons are in a "cloud" outside the nucleus.


What moves outside the nucleus?

electrons


What is outside the nucleus in an atom?

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Is the neutrons found outside the nucleus?

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The atomic particles outside of the atom's nucleus are?

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Are electrons on the outside?

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What partcles are found outside the nucleus and what is the charge?

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What is found in the center or nucleus of an atom?

Neutrons and electrons are found in the nucleus of an atom; electrons are outside the nucleus in "electron clouds".


What are the sub atomic particles is found outside of the nucleus in an atom?

Outside the nucleus exists only the electrons.


Is electrons on the outside?

Electrons are found on the outside of an atom, orbiting the nucleus in energy levels or shells. They are negatively charged particles that form the outermost layer of an atom and are involved in chemical reactions and bonding with other atoms.


How many electrons are outside the nucleus?

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