The Three Main Components of an Atom

At the heart of the Grade 7 science curriculum lies the fundamental understanding of atoms and their structure. Atoms are comprised of three main components: protons, neutrons, and electrons. Protons carry a positive charge, neutrons carry no charge, and electrons carry a negative charge and orbit around the nucleus. LaTex can be used to symbolize these components as follows:

• Protons: ( p^{+} )
• Neutrons: ( n^{0} )
• Electrons: ( e^{-} )

Understanding these components is crucial to comprehending the behavior and properties of elements.