Question

state the characteristics of the nucleus of an atom

Answer 1

Nucleus of atom lies in the centre of Atom.
It is positively charged so alpha particles get deflecte away.
It has protons inside due to which it is positively charged.

Answer 2

The nucleus of an atom is composed of protons (positively charged particles) and neutrons (neutral particles) and is located at the centre of an atom. The entire mass of an atom is located in the nucleus. The electrons of an atom revolve around the nucleus. The nucleus is positively charged and its charge is equal to the number of protons present in it.