Atom & Element Basics

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What distinguishes one chemical element from another?

  • The number of orbitals
  • The number of electrons
  • The number of neutrons
  • The number of protons (correct)

What defines the isotope of an element?

  • The number of orbitals
  • The number of neutrons (correct)
  • The number of protons
  • The number of electrons

Why is it not possible to accurately predict the behavior of atoms using classical physics?

  • Because atoms have no definite structure
  • Due to the uncertainty principle (correct)
  • Because atoms are too small to observe
  • Because atoms are constantly moving

Where is the majority of an atom's mass located?

<p>In the nucleus (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the electric charge of a neutron?

<p>Neutral (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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