The mass of a proton is approximately how many times the mass of an electron? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The mass of a proton is approximately how many times the mass of an electron?
A. 1836
B. 100
C. 1000
D. 10
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Proton mass ≈ 1.67 × 10⁻²⁷ kg, electron ≈ 9.11 × 10⁻³¹ kg, ratio ≈ 1836. Neutron slightly heavier. Atomic mass concentrated in nucleus.

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