This is not a math question but a science question.
I'm building an atomic model for phosphorus, and I was wondering if it matters for the nucleus, in what order or form the protons and neutrons are in? Thanks

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This is not a math question but a science question. 
I'm building an atomic model for phosphorus, and I was wondering if it matters for the nucleus, in what order or form the protons and neutrons are in? Thanks

rulnick · Answer

No, but if you're using discrete objects to represent the protons and neutrons, then it makes sense to show a more stable form than a less stable one, which means simply mixing the neutrons in among the protons, rather than leaving each in their own clumps.

Does that answer your question?  Maybe not.

anonymous · Answer

Yeah it does, I'm going to color them, so your saying, equally distribute the colors so I have some red touching green and some green touching some red?

rulnick · Answer

Yes, exactly.

anonymous · Answer

Yes equally distribute them, and also protons and neutrons don't move, they only vibrate so make sure they are very densely packed.

anonymous · Answer

I also have to show the correct location, what does it mean by that?