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What is the total number of fundamental subatomic particles (protons, neutrons, and electrons) present in a single neutral atom of Tritium?

Answer: 4

💡 Solution & Explanation

A neutral Tritium atom ($^3_1H$) contains $1$ proton, $2$ neutrons, and $1$ electron. The sum of these fundamental particles is $1 + 2 + 1 = 4$.

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