Chemistry Atomic Structure Overview
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What does the atomic number of an element represent?

  • The number of protons in an atom's nucleus (correct)
  • The sum of protons and neutrons in the nucleus
  • The number of neutrons in an atom
  • The average mass of the isotopes of an element

Which of the following statements about the mass number is true?

  • It is always equal to the atomic number.
  • It can vary between different atoms of the same element. (correct)
  • It includes the mass of electrons.
  • It represents the total number of protons and neutrons. (correct)

What is a major challenge in combining atomic nuclei?

  • Nuclear reactions are not reversible.
  • Isotopes have different atomic numbers.
  • Protons in the nucleus are tightly held. (correct)
  • Electrons repel each other strongly.

What does the periodic table use to organize elements?

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Which element example is provided to illustrate the concept of mass number?

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

What is the mass number of lithium when it has 4 neutrons?

<p>7 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do isotopes differ from each other?

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What is the atomic mass of lithium as given in atomic mass units?

<p>6.94 u (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the atomic number of aluminum is 13, what is the mass number of its most common isotope?

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How many neutrons does the most common isotope of aluminum contain?

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What does the atomic mass represent in terms of isotopes?

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What is true about the protons in lithium?

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Which statement best describes the Bohr-Rutherford diagrams?

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How many protons are present in a fluorine atom's nucleus?

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What is the total number of electrons in the second orbit of a fluorine atom?

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Which group of elements contains atoms with one outer electron?

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

What is the maximum number of electrons that can occupy the third orbit according to the Bohr-Rutherford model?

<p>8 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about electron arrangements is true?

<p>Noble gases have a full outer orbit. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one observable trend as you move down the families in the periodic table?

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Which of the following is a key characteristic of alkaline earth metals?

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What is the family trend observed in the reactivity of alkali metals with water?

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What can be concluded about the halogens' electron configuration?

<p>They each have 7 outer electrons. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which element among the first 20 has the atomic number 12?

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What happens to the number of electron orbits as you move down a family in the periodic table?

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Why are alkali metals more reactive as you move down Group 1?

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Which statement is true about the outer electron configuration of alkali metals?

<p>They all have one outer electron. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor contributes to sodium's faster reaction with water compared to lithium?

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What is a characteristic of elements in the same family in the periodic table?

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How does the arrangement of electrons in atoms relate to the elements' properties?

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What underlying theory explains the uniqueness of each element?

<p>Each element is made of different atoms. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the charge of a neutral atom?

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What determines the electrical charge of an atom?

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Which statement is true regarding isotopes?

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What is the maximum number of electrons that can occupy the second orbit of an atom?

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In a neutral atom, what must be true about the protons and electrons?

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What does the atomic number represent?

<p>The unique number of protons in an atom of an element. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do electrons emit energy when they return to lower orbits?

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What is the composition of the nucleus of an atom?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of electrons?

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Which of the following statements about atomic mass is correct?

<p>Atomic mass combines the masses of protons and neutrons. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Elements within the same chemical family have similar properties because they possess:

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What does the atomic number represent in an atom?

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Which statement is true regarding neutral atoms?

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Which of the following correctly describes isotopes?

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What is the maximum number of electrons in the third electron orbit?

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What is a Bohr-Rutherford diagram used for?

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

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In a neutral atom, how are the number of electrons related to protons?

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How many neutrons does the most common isotope of nickel have if its atomic number is 28?

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Which statement is NOT true about the number of protons and neutrons in an atom?

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How do you determine the number of neutrons in an atom?

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What defines a pure substance as an element?

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Which orbit can hold a maximum of two electrons?

<p>First orbit (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the electron configuration for nitrogen (N-14) after drawing its Bohr-Rutherford diagram?

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What must be filled before adding electrons to the next orbit in a Bohr-Rutherford diagram?

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What is the total number of protons and neutrons in a nitrogen (N-14) atom?

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What would be incorrect about the distribution of electrons for the first 20 elements?

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Flashcards

Atomic Number

The number of protons in an atom's nucleus, uniquely identifying each element.

Mass Number

The sum of protons and neutrons in an atom's nucleus.

Nuclear Transformation

The process of changing one element into another by combining atomic nuclei.

Periodic Table Families

Elements with the same atomic number share similar chemical properties and are grouped together in columns.

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Isotopes

Atoms with the same atomic number but different mass numbers - they have the same number of protons but a different number of neutrons.

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Nucleus

The center of an atom, containing protons and neutrons.

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Electrons

Tiny, negatively charged particles orbiting the nucleus.

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Electron Configuration

The arrangement of electrons in specific energy levels around the nucleus.

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Chemical Family

Elements in the same vertical column of the periodic table, sharing similar chemical properties.

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Valence Shell

The outermost electron shell of an atom, involved in chemical bonding.

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Bohr-Rutherford Diagrams

Diagrams showing the arrangement of protons, neutrons, and electrons in an atom.

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Atomic Mass

Represents the average mass of an element's atoms, measured in atomic mass units (u).

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Neutral Atom

An atom where the number of electrons exactly balances the number of protons, resulting in a neutral charge.

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Electron Orbits

The maximum number of electrons an orbit can hold: first orbit (2), second orbit (8), third orbit (8). Electrons fill lower orbits before higher ones.

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Element

A pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by physical or chemical means.

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Outermost Orbit

The outermost electron shell of an atom, often influencing its chemical properties.

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Outermost Orbit and Chemical Properties

The relationship between an element's chemical properties and the number of electrons in its outermost orbit.

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Electron Orbits and Group Trends

The number of electron orbits in an atom increases as you move down a group (column) in the periodic table.

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Outermost Electrons in a Family

All elements within the same group (column) have the same number of electrons in their outermost orbit.

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Alkali Metal Reactivity Trend

The reactivity of alkali metals increases as you move down Group 1 of the periodic table.

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Outermost Electron in Alkali Metals

Alkali metals have one electron in their outermost orbit.

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Bohr-Rutherford Model and Periodic Table

The Bohr-Rutherford model helps explain the properties of elements in the periodic table.

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Atomic Structure and Charge

Atoms are made of protons, neutrons, and electrons. Protons have a positive charge, electrons have a negative charge, and neutrons have no charge.

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Atoms and Charge

Atoms are electrically neutral, but matter can be positively or negatively charged depending on the balance of protons and electrons.

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Opposite Charges Attract

Oppositely charged objects attract each other.

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What is a Bohr-Rutherford diagram?

A simplified visual representation of an atom showing the arrangement of protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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What does the number of protons in a Bohr-Rutherford diagram represent?

The number of protons in an atom, determining its atomic number and chemical identity.

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How do you find the number of neutrons in a Bohr-Rutherford diagram?

The number of neutrons in an atom, calculated by subtracting the atomic number from the mass number.

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

In a neutral atom, the number of electrons equals the number of protons, ensuring a balanced charge.

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What are the concentric circles in a Bohr-Rutherford diagram?

Concentric circles in a Bohr-Rutherford diagram representing electron shells or energy levels, where electrons orbit the nucleus.

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How many electrons can each shell hold?

The first electron shell can hold a maximum of two electrons, while the second shell can hold up to eight electrons.

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How are electrons represented in a Bohr-Rutherford diagram?

Electrons are drawn as dots on the corresponding shells, starting from the innermost shell and filling it before moving to the next.

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Explain the steps for drawing a Bohr-Rutherford diagram?

Draw a small circle for the nucleus, then write the number of protons and neutrons inside. Then draw concentric circles for electron shells, filling them with dots representing electrons.

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What is the mass number?

The total number of protons and neutrons in an atom's nucleus. It determines the atom's mass.

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What are isotopes?

Atoms of the same element with the same number of protons but different numbers of neutrons. They have the same atomic number but different mass numbers.

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What is atomic mass?

A weighted average of the masses of all naturally occurring isotopes of an element. It's the value found in the periodic table.

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Give an example of isotopes, like Li-6 and Li-7.

In lithium, the atomic number is 3, meaning all lithium atoms have 3 protons. Lithium-6 has 3 protons and 3 neutrons (mass number = 6). Lithium-7 has 3 protons and 4 neutrons (mass number = 7).

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Describe the Bohr-Rutherford diagram.

A simplified diagram that shows the arrangement of protons, neutrons, and electrons in an atom. The number of protons is determined by the atomic number, neutrons by the difference between the mass number and atomic number, and electrons by the number of protons (in a neutral atom).

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How are electron shells and energy levels represented in a Bohr-Rutherford diagram?

The Bohr-Rutherford diagram uses circles to represent electron shells and lines to connect the electrons to the nucleus. The number of circles represents the number of energy levels, and the lines represent the electrons in each energy level.

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What is the atomic number?

The number of protons in the nucleus of an atom, which determines the element's identity. It is also the same as the number of electrons in a neutral atom.

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Why are Bohr-Rutherford diagrams important?

A visualization tool that helps understand the arrangement of protons, neutrons, and electrons within an atom. It simplifies the atomic model.

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Electron Shell Capacity

The number of electrons an electron shell (energy level) can hold. It's determined by the row the element is in on the periodic table (e.g., the first shell holds 2 electrons).

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Valence Electrons

The number of electrons in the valence shell of an atom. These electrons are responsible for chemical bonding.

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Element Families

Elements that have the same number of electrons in their outermost (valence) shell. They tend to share similar chemical properties.

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Noble Gases

Elements in the periodic table that are very unreactive, with a full valence shell of electrons. They usually exist as single, unbonded atoms.

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Period

A row in the periodic table, indicating elements with the same number of electron shells.

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Group

A group of elements in the periodic table that have the same number of valence electrons, leading to similar chemical properties.

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Periodic Trends

As you move down a group or family in the periodic table, elements have an additional electron shell, increasing their size and reactivity (for alkali metals and halogens).

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Chemical Bonding

The process where atoms gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a stable electron configuration. This is because atoms tend to favor a full valence shell like noble gases.

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Study Notes

Atomic Number

  • Represents the number of protons in an atom's nucleus
  • Unique to each element
  • In a neutral atom, the number of electrons equals the number of protons

Mass Number

  • Represents the total number of protons and neutrons in an atom
  • Measured in atomic mass units (amu)

Atomic Mass

  • The average mass of an atom of an element, considering all naturally occurring isotopes
  • Measured in atomic mass units (amu)

Bohr-Rutherford Diagrams

  • Visual representations of atoms
  • Show the numbers and locations of protons, neutrons, and electrons
  • Protons and neutrons are in the nucleus
  • Electrons orbit the nucleus

Periodic Table

  • Arranges elements based on similarities in properties
  • Elements in the same column have similar properties
  • Properties change across rows and down columns
  • Related to electron arrangement in the atoms' outermost energy levels

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This quiz covers fundamental concepts of atomic structure, including atomic number, mass number, atomic mass, and the Bohr-Rutherford diagrams. Additionally, it explores the arrangement and properties of elements in the periodic table. Test your knowledge and understanding of these essential chemistry topics.

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