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What is the composition of the nucleus of an atom?
The nucleus of an atom is made up of protons.
What is the significance of protons in determining an atom's identity?
The number of protons in an atom determines its atomic number and thus its identity as a specific element.
What is the relationship between the number of protons and the element of an atom?
All atoms of an element have the same number of protons.