content: An atom is the fundamental unit of matter, and everything around us, including ourselves, is composed of atoms. Atoms consist of three main subatomic particles: protons, neutrons, and electrons. Protons are positively charged, neutrons are neutral, and electrons are negatively charged. The balance of these particles determines the overall charge of an atom. These tiny building blocks combine to form the diverse array of elements and compounds that make up the material world, from the air we breathe to the stars in the sky. Understanding the structure and behavior of atoms is essential to comprehending the properties and interactions of matter in the universe.
response: Why can you never trust atoms? (Image: Image of Michael Scott from The Office series with a serious face)
  They make up everything. (Image: Image of Michael Scott from The Office series with a laugh-exploding face)