Question

which statement accurately describes the charge of the nucleus of an atom? - the nucleus can be either positively charged or neutral. - the nucleus never has an electrical charge. - the nucleus always has a positive charge. - the charge of a nucleus can change from a positive to a negative.

Answer 1

the nucleus always has a positive charge

Step-by-step explanation:

The nucleus of an atom is comprised of at least one proton and zero or more neutrons. Neutrons have no charge, but protons have a positive charge. Thus, the net charge of a nucleus is always positive.