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Proton

/ˈproʊ.tɑn/noun
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A proton is a stable subatomic particle with a positive electric charge, located in the nucleus of an atom and essential for defining an element's atomic identity. It forms the core of atomic structure alongside neutrons, and in modern applications, protons are harnessed in technologies like particle accelerators and medical treatments for precise cancer therapy.

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