Atomic Structure Essentials
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What is the overall charge of the nucleus in an atom?

  • Positive (correct)
  • Variable
  • Negative
  • Neutral

Which subatomic particle is responsible for the identity of an element?

  • Neutron
  • Positron
  • Proton (correct)
  • Electron

What is the maximum number of electrons that can occupy the second energy level (n=2) in an atom?

  • 8 (correct)
  • 32
  • 2
  • 18

Match the following subatomic particles with their respective locations within the atom:

<p>Proton = Nucleus Electron = Outside the nucleus in energy levels Neutron = Nucleus Positron = Outside the nucleus in energy levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following atomic models with their respective scientists:

<p>Plum pudding model = J.J. Thomson Planetary model = Ernest Rutherford Bohr model = Niels Bohr Quantum mechanical model = Erwin Schrödinger</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following energy levels with their maximum number of electrons:

<p>First energy level (n=1) = 2 electrons Second energy level (n=2) = 8 electrons Third energy level (n=3) = 18 electrons Fourth energy level (n=4) = 32 electrons</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the structure of an atom, including the components and their respective locations within the atom.

<p>The structure of an atom consists of a central nucleus composed of protons and neutrons, surrounded by a cloud of electrons. Protons and neutrons are located in the nucleus, while electrons are found in various energy levels or orbitals surrounding the nucleus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the role of subatomic particles in determining the chemical properties of an element.

<p>Subatomic particles, particularly the number of protons and electrons, determine the chemical properties of an element. The number of protons defines the element's atomic number and identity, while the arrangement of electrons in the energy levels affects its reactivity and bonding behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Discuss the significance of the energy levels in an atom and their relationship to the arrangement of electrons.

<p>Energy levels, or electron shells, in an atom represent the regions where electrons are most likely to be found. The arrangement of electrons in these levels follows specific patterns, with each level having a maximum capacity of electrons. The energy levels play a crucial role in determining the chemical behavior and stability of an atom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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