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Nucleus

usgb/ˈnuːkliəs/Volume
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Atom's Heart

Nucleus refers to the very central, densest part of an atom, crucial for its structure.

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Scientists study the atomic nucleus to understand nuclear energy.
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Not Visible

The atomic nucleus is incredibly small and can't be seen with regular microscopes.

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Despite being invisible, the nucleus holds most of an atom's mass.
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Not Alone

In physics, 'nucleus' is typically discussed with particles like electrons, neutrons, and protons.

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Protons and neutrons bind together in the nucleus, surrounded by electrons.
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