
Proton
Atomic Structure
Protons are fundamental to understanding atoms, and the number of protons defines the element.

Carbon atoms have six protons each.
Positive Charge
Each proton carries a positive charge affecting how atoms interact with each other.

The proton's positive charge attracts negatively charged electrons.
Nuclear Reactions
In nuclear reactions, protons can be involved in fusion and fission processes, often discussed in physics.

The sun's energy comes from fusing protons in its core.
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