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What prevents electrons from falling into the nucleus?
Does the number of protons in the nucleus affect how many electrons can be held in orbit?
Yes, the number of protons in the nucleus determines the number of electrons that can be held in orbit around the nucleus. This is because electrons are negatively charged and are attracted to the positively charged nucleus. The greater the positive charge of the nucleus, the more electrons it can attract and hold in orbit.