According to Heisenberg's uncertainty principle, electrons are more unpredictable than protons. This is because electrons
A) have a smaller volume
B) have a smaller mass.
C) interact more strongly with other particles.
D) interact more weakly (i.e., less strongly) with other particles.
E) are negatively charged rather than positively charged.

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Heisenberg's uncertainty principle states that the uncertainty in position and momentum is inversely proportional. Since electrons have a smaller mass than protons, their momentum is more uncertain, making their position more unpredictable.

According to Heisenberg's Uncertainty Principle, Electrons Are More Unpredictable Than