A laboratory analyzes two different species derived from the same chemical element, designated as Particle M and Particle Q. Particle M is an electrically neutral atom containing 11 protons and 12 neutrons, whereas Particle Q possesses the same number of neutrons but has only 10 electrons. Based on the fundamental properties and locations of subatomic particles, which statement accurately compares Particle M and Particle Q?

A) Particle Q has a greater mass number than Particle M because it possesses an overall electrical charge.

B) Particle Q has a net positive charge of +1 and contains the same number of protons in its nucleus as Particle M.

C) Particle M has a greater net nuclear charge than Particle Q because it contains more electrons.

D) Particle Q has fewer protons in its nucleus than Particle M, which directly causes its lower electron count.

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