According to the scientific theory of atoms, which of the following statements best describes the location of electrons? A. in the nucleus of the atom B. both in the nucleus and around it C. outside the nucleus and often far from it, in the electron cloud D. outside the nucleus, yet very near it because they are attracted to the proton

D. Outside the nucleus, yet very near it because they are attracted to the proton

Explanation:

Electrons are located outside of the nucleus of the atom, which is made up of neutrons and protons. In physics, the space they take up is informally referred to as the electron cloud. Protons and electrons are attracted to each other, because the positive electric charge of the protons is attracted to the negative charge of the electrons. This is why the electrons are very close to the nucleus.