A neutron has no charge — it is electrically neutral.
- Protons carry a +1 charge.
- Electrons carry a –1 charge.
- Neutrons carry 0 charge, which is why they are called neutrons.
Even though they have no charge, neutrons are important because:
- They add mass to the atom.
- They help stabilize the nucleus by reducing the repulsion between positively charged protons.
So, the charge of a neutron is zero (neutral).