Atomic Structure and Periodic Table
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What defines the atomic number of an element?

  • The weighted average mass of the isotopes of the element
  • The total number of protons in one atom of the element (correct)
  • The total number of neutrons in the element
  • The total number of electrons present in the element
  • Which statement correctly describes an isotope?

  • An atom that has the same number of electrons as neutrons
  • An atom with an equal number of protons and neutrons
  • An atom that has the same atomic number but different mass number (correct)
  • An atom that always behaves as a metal
  • What is the mass number of an atom determined by?

  • The sum of the number of protons and neutrons in its nucleus (correct)
  • The average mass of all isotopes of the element
  • The total number of electrons in the atom
  • The number of protons only
  • What distinguishes metals from nonmetals based on their properties?

    <p>Metals are typically malleable and ductile, while nonmetals are not</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a group in the periodic table refer to?

    <p>A vertical column of elements with similar chemical properties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following definitions with their corresponding terms:

    <p>Atomic number = The number of protons in one atom of an element Electron = A negatively charged subatomic particle outside the nucleus Neutron = A subatomic particle that has no charge in the nucleus Proton = A positively charged subatomic particle in the nucleus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their characteristics:

    <p>Metal = Usually hard, shiny, and a good conductor of heat Nonmetal = Usually soft and a poor conductor of electricity Isotope = Same atomic number but different mass number Nucleus = Center of an atom containing protons and neutrons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their associated concepts:

    <p>Group = A vertical column of elements in the periodic table Period = A horizontal row of elements in the periodic table Periodic table = Organized arrangement of elements by atomic number Atomic weight = Weighted average mass of the isotopes of an element</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following particles with their properties:

    <p>Proton = Positively charged particle Neutron = Neutral particle in the nucleus Electron = Negatively charged particle outside the nucleus Isotope = Atom with different number of neutrons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their functions in atomic structure:

    <p>Mass number = Sum of protons and neutrons in an atom's nucleus Atomic weight = Average mass considering isotopes Electron cloud = Region surrounding the nucleus with electrons Protons = Determine the identity of an element</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Atomic Structure

    • Atomic number: Represents the number of protons within an atom of a specific element, defining its identity.
    • Atomic weight: The average mass of the isotopes of an element, factoring in their relative abundance.
    • Electron: A negatively charged subatomic particle orbiting the atom's nucleus.
    • Isotope: Atoms of the same element, possessing the same atomic number (same number of protons) but vary in the number of neutrons, thus differing in atomic weight.
    • Mass number: The total number of protons and neutrons combined within an atom's nucleus.
    • Neutron: A neutral subatomic particle residing within the nucleus of an atom.
    • Nucleus: The central core of an atom, housing both protons and neutrons.
    • Proton: A positively charged subatomic particle located within the atom's nucleus.

    Periodic Table Organization

    • Group: A vertical column of elements in the periodic table sharing similar chemical properties due to the same number of valence electrons.
    • Metal: Characterized by properties like hardness, shininess, malleability (can be hammered into thin sheets), ductility (can be drawn into wires), and excellent conductivity of heat and electricity.
    • Nonmetal: Exhibits contrasting properties to metals, often being soft, non-malleable, non-ductile, and poor conductors of heat and electricity.
    • Period: A horizontal row of elements in the periodic table arranged by increasing atomic number, showcasing a recurring pattern of physical and chemical properties.
    • Periodic table: A structured arrangement of elements organized by increasing atomic number, revealing a repeating pattern of physical and chemical properties.

    Atomic Structure

    • Atomic number defines the identity of an element.
    • Protons are positively charged particles located in the nucleus of an atom.
    • Neutrons have no charge and are found in the atom's nucleus.
    • Mass number is the total number of protons and neutrons in an atom.
    • Electrons are negatively charged subatomic particles that orbit the nucleus.
    • Isotopes are atoms of the same element but have different numbers of neutrons, resulting in different mass numbers.
    • Atomic weight represents the average mass of an element's isotopes, considering their relative abundance.

    Periodic Table

    • The periodic table organizes elements based on their atomic number, revealing recurring patterns in their chemical and physical properties.
    • Periods are horizontal rows in the periodic table, indicating the number of electron shells in an atom.
    • Groups are vertical columns in the periodic table, representing elements with similar chemical properties due to the same number of valence electrons.

    Element Classification

    • Metals generally exhibit properties like hardness, shininess, malleability, ductility, and good conductivity of heat and electricity.
    • Nonmetals are typically soft, non-malleable, brittle, and poor conductors of heat and electricity.

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