The part of the atom that accounts for electricity is the
a. electron.
b. neutron.
c. nucleus.
d. proton.

The part of the atom that accounts for electricity is the electron. The correct option among all the options given in the question is option "A".The electrons of an atom carry the negative charge and are also considered as the lightest subatomic particle that is stable in nature. Electrons are present in the orbital’s that surround the nucleus of an atom. The further the electron from the nucleus, the electrons attachment with the atom loosens. This sometimes allows the electrons to slip out.

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