The subatomic particles found in the nucleus of an atom are protons and neutrons. These particles are collectively known as nucleons.
- Protons: Protons are positively charged particles. They have a relative charge of +1 and a mass of approximately 1 atomic mass unit (amu). Protons play a vital role in determining the identity of an atom, as the number of protons in the nucleus defines its atomic number. For example, all hydrogen