1-4-12 breakdown of an atom

What is the breakdown of an atom?

  The Nucleus is part of the breakdown of an atom because its in the center of the atom. The Electron Cloud is part of the breakdown of an atom because the Electron Cloud is on the outside of the atom, and it gives it a negative charge. Protons are part of the breakdown of an atom because it gives the atom a positive charge. The Protons= the electrons to give a balanced charge. Neutrons are part of the breakdown of an atom because it gives the atom no charge. The neutrons of no charge, so they do not have to equal the number of protons and electrons.The Electron is part of the breakdown of an atom because it gives the atom a negative charge.