Neutrons are effective particles for penetrating the nucleus because of their
A)small size.
B)small mass.
C)lack of charge.
D)cheap production.
E)easy control.

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Neutrons lack an electric charge, so they don't interact with the positively charged protons in the nucleus, which allows them to penetrate the nucleus more easily than positively charged particles like alpha particles.

Neutrons Are Effective Particles for Penetrating the Nucleus Because of Their