Atomic Structure and Subatomic Particles
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Which of these options are correct? (Select all that apply). The atom (^{14}_{6}C) has:

  • 6 electrons (correct)
  • 6 protons (correct)
  • 14 electrons
  • 8 neutrons (correct)
  • What is the net spin on an alpha particle?

  • 0 (correct)
  • 1
  • 2
  • -1
  • What is the symbol for a beta+ particle?

  • -
  • He2+
  • e+ (correct)
  • Which of the following is true about alpha particles?

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    Which of the following elements can emit alpha particles?

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

    What is the atomic mass number of an atom with 17 protons and 18 neutrons?

    <p>35 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the charge of a chloride ion?

    <p>-1 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process called when an atom emits a beta particle?

    <p>Beta decay (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true about beta decay?

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    What is the atomic number of an atom with 18 electrons and 18 neutrons?

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    What primarily determines the identity of an element?

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    What is the charge of a neutron?

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    Which particle was discovered first in relation to the nucleus?

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    What is typically true about the mass of electrons compared to protons?

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    How does the Bohr model describe electrons?

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    What do regions of darker density in an electron cloud represent?

    <p>Higher likelihood of finding electrons (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the atomic number of carbon?

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    Which subatomic particle carries a negative charge?

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    What determines the stability of an isotope?

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    What happens to an atom when the number of protons and electrons are unequal?

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    What is Dalton's Atomic Theory primarily associated with?

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    Which statement correctly defines isotopes?

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    What determines the ionization energy of an atom?

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    What role does Avogadro's Constant play in chemistry?

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    Which of the following describes the simple view of atomic structure?

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    What characterizes the atomic mass of an element?

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    What is the significance of the nuclide's atomic number and mass number?

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    How are the sizes of ions typically compared to their neutral atoms?

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    What is a fundamental property of atoms defined in atomic structure?

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    Which statement is true regarding ionization energies of diatomic molecules?

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    Flashcards

    Atomic Mass Number

    The total number of protons and neutrons in an atom.

    Proton Number

    The number of protons in an atom, defining the element.

    Alpha Particles

    Helium nuclei consisting of 2 protons and 2 neutrons, emitted during alpha decay.

    Alpha Decay

    The process where an unstable atom emits an alpha particle, becoming a new element.

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    Beta Particles

    High-energy electrons or positrons emitted during beta decay.

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    Beta Decay

    The process where an unstable nucleus emits a beta particle, altering its composition.

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    Electron Emission

    The release of a beta particle when a neutron decays into a proton and an electron.

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    Positron Emission

    The release of a positron when a proton converts into a neutron.

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    Chloride Ion

    A chlorine atom that gains an electron, resulting in a negative charge.

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    Cobalt Atom

    An atom with 27 protons and 33 neutrons, with no net charge.

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    Atomic Mass

    The weighted average mass of an atom's isotopes.

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    Atomic Structure

    The arrangement of protons, neutrons, and electrons in an atom.

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    Atomic Theory

    The theory that matter is composed of discrete units called atoms.

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    Dalton's Atomic Theory

    John Dalton's theory that elements consist of indivisible atoms.

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    Ionization Energies

    The energy required to remove an electron from an atom.

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    Isotopes

    Atoms of the same element with different numbers of neutrons.

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    Nuclide

    A species of atom characterized by the number of protons and neutrons.

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    Sizes of Ions

    The radii of ions vary based on their charge and electron configuration.

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    The Atom

    The smallest unit of an element retaining its properties.

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    Avogadro's Constant

    The number of atoms or molecules in one mole of a substance, approximately 6.02 x 10²³.

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    Subatomic Particles

    Particles smaller than an atom, including protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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    Nucleus

    The central part of an atom that contains protons and neutrons.

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    Proton

    A positively charged particle found in the nucleus of an atom.

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    Electron

    A negatively charged particle located outside the nucleus in an electron cloud.

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    Neutron

    A neutrally charged particle found in the nucleus of an atom.

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    Atomic Number

    The number of protons in an atom, which determines the element.

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    Ion

    An atom or molecule with an unequal number of protons and electrons.

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    Bohr Model

    A simplified model of the atom illustrating electrons in defined orbits.

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    Electron Cloud

    A region around the nucleus where electrons are likely to be found.

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    Study Notes

    Atomic Structure and Subatomic Particles

    • Atoms are composed of protons, neutrons, and electrons.
    • Most of an atom's mass is in the nucleus, which contains protons and neutrons (nucleons).
    • Protons have a positive charge, neutrons are neutral, and electrons are negatively charged.
    • Electrons are located in electron clouds surrounding the nucleus.

    Discovery of Subatomic Particles

    • Protons were discovered by Ernest Rutherford in 1919 through the gold foil experiment.
    • Electrons were discovered by J.J. Thomson in 1897 via cathode ray experiments.
    • Robert Millikan determined the elementary charge of an electron.
    • Neutrons were discovered by James Chadwick in 1932.

    Atomic Number and Mass Number

    • Atomic number (Z) = number of protons in an atom.
    • Atomic number determines the element.
    • Atomic mass number (A) = total number of protons and neutrons.

    Isotopes

    • Atoms of the same element with a different number of neutrons are isotopes.
    • Isotopes have the same atomic number but different atomic mass numbers.
    • The number of neutrons affects an element's stability.

    Ions

    • Ions are formed when an atom gains or loses electrons.
    • Cations are positively charged ions (loss of electrons).
    • Anions are negatively charged ions (gain of electrons).

    Alpha Particles

    • Alpha particles (α) are helium nuclei (2 protons and 2 neutrons).
    • They have a net spin of zero.
    • Alpha decay is the emission of an alpha particle from an unstable, large atom.
    • Alpha particles are relatively large and less penetrating than other types of radiation.

    Beta Particles

    • Beta particles (β) are high-energy, high-speed electrons or positrons.
    • Beta decay involves the emission of either electrons or positrons.
    • Electron emission occurs when a neutron changes to a proton, and a beta particle is emitted.
    • Positron emission occurs when a proton changes to a neutron, along with a beta-positron being emitted.
    • Beta particles are more penetrating than alpha particles.

    Representing Atomic Composition

    • An atom's composition can be represented using its atomic symbol, atomic number, and mass number: e.g., ¹²₆C, where 12 is A, 6 is Z and C is Carbon.

    Common Atomic Symbols and Their Composition (Example)

    • ¹⁴₆C : 6 protons, 8 neutrons, and 6 electrons.

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    Explore the fundamentals of atomic structure including protons, neutrons, and electrons. This quiz covers discoveries related to subatomic particles, the concepts of atomic number and mass number, and the significance of isotopes. Test your understanding of how these elements contribute to the nature of matter.

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