Atomic Structure and Sub-atomic Particles Quiz

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Which sub-atomic particle has the smallest mass compared to the others?

  • Neutron
  • Orbital
  • Electron (correct)
  • Proton

Why will a proton be deflected towards the negative plate in an electric field?

  • Because it is negatively charged
  • Because it is lighter than an electron
  • Because it is positively charged (correct)
  • Because it is neutral

What is the main reason electrons do not move in fixed orbits around the nucleus?

  • Due to the absence of orbitals
  • Because of their small mass and wave-like nature (correct)
  • Because of their neutral charge
  • Due to their mass being too large

In an electric field, which sub-atomic particle will not be deflected?

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

Why does the electron experience a greater angle of deflection than the proton in an electric field?

<p>Because electrons are lighter than protons (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What conclusion can be drawn from the behavior of sub-atomic particles in an electric field?

<p>Protons are positively-charged, electrons are negatively-charged, neutrons are neutral (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between proton number and nucleon number?

<p>Proton number is the total number of protons in an atom, while nucleon number is the total number of protons and neutrons in an atom. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the number of protons and electrons in a neutral atom?

<p>The number of protons and electrons is always the same. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between a cation and an anion?

<p>A cation is a positively charged ion formed when an atom loses electrons, while an anion is a negatively charged ion formed when an atom gains electrons. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between isotopes of the same element?

<p>They have different numbers of neutrons. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using the carbon-12 scale for relative atomic mass?

<p>It is the most abundant isotope of carbon, making it a convenient standard. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the relative atomic mass of an element calculated?

<p>It is the weighted average of the relative masses of all the element's isotopes. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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