subatomic

rties The number of protons (atomic number) defines the element. Electron configuration influences reactivity and chemical bonding. Neutron count affects isotopic stability and atomic mass. Isotopes and Radioactivity Variants of elements with different neutron numbers can be stable or radi

x 10^-27 kg Location: Nucleus Neutrons Neutrons are neutral particles with no electric charge. They contribute to the atomic mass and stability of the nucleus. Different isotopes of an element vary in their number of neutrons. Mass of approximately 1.6750 x 10^-27 kg Loc