Atomic Number, Mass Number, and Isotopes Quiz

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Atomic Number, Mass Number, and Isotopes

The atomic number (Z) is the number of protons in an atom's nucleus, defining its element.
The mass number (A) is the total number of protons and neutrons in an atom's nucleus.
The mass number can be calculated using the formula: mass number (A) = number of protons (Z) + number of neutrons
Isotopes are atoms of the same element with the same atomic number but different mass numbers.
Isotopes differ due to the varying number of neutrons in their nuclei.

The Periodic Table

The periodic table organizes elements based on their atomic number, with horizontal rows called periods and vertical columns called groups or families.
Elements in the same group tend to have similar chemical and physical properties.
Elements are categorized as metals, nonmetals, or metalloids based on their properties.
Metals are typically good conductors of heat and electricity.
Nonmetals are generally poor conductors of heat and electricity.
Metalloids have properties that are intermediate between metals and nonmetals.

The Atomic Mass Scale and Average Atomic Mass

The atomic mass unit (amu) is a standard unit used to measure the mass of atoms and molecules.
The average atomic mass of an element is the weighted average of the atomic masses of its naturally occurring isotopes.
The average atomic mass reflects the relative abundances of the different isotopes of an element.
For example, the average atomic mass of carbon is 12.01 amu, reflecting the presence of different carbon isotopes.

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Test your knowledge on atomic number, mass number, and isotopes with this engaging quiz. You will explore key concepts related to elements, the periodic table, and the classification of atoms. Challenge yourself to understand how protons and neutrons define isotopes.