Examine the following data on subatomic particles. Which particle defines the identity of an element by its number and possesses a positive charge? Particle Charge Mass (amu) Electron Negative 0.0005 Neutron Neutral 1 Proton Positive 1

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Proton. The number of protons in an atom's nucleus defines the identity of the element. Protons have a positive charge and a mass of one atomic mass unit, contrary to electrons which are negatively charged and neutrons which are neutral.

Examine the following data on subatomic particles. Which particle defines the identity of an element by its number and possesses a positive charge? Particle Charge Mass (amu) Electron Negative 0.0005 Neutron Neutral 1 Proton Positive 1

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