The smallest part of an element that retains the properties of the element is the
A B C D
proton. nucleus. electron. atom.
Question: The smallest part of an element that retains the properties of the element is the
(A) proton.
(B) nucleus.
(C) electron.
(D) atom.

Answer: (D) atom.
Answer: (A) proton.
Question: The smallest part of an element that retains the properties of the element is the
(A) proton.
(B) nucleus.
(C) electron.
(D) atom.
Answer: (D) atom.