Introduction to Matter and Atoms

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Match the definitions with the correct terms related to matter:

Matter = Anything that occupies space and has mass Atom = Smallest unit of a chemical element Vacuum = Volume of space without any matter Atomic Theory = Theory explaining the composition of matter

Match the ancient scholars with their contributions to the study of atoms:

Democritus = Proposed the idea that matter is made of indivisible particles John Dalton = Developed the Atomic Theory based on scientific laws Aristotle = Believed in four elements; did not accept atomic theory Lavoisier = Formulated the Law of Conservation of Mass

Match the components of an atom with their descriptions:

Proton = Positively charged particle in the nucleus Neutron = Neutral particle in the nucleus Electron = Negatively charged particle orbiting the nucleus Nucleus = Center of the atom containing protons and neutrons

Match the types of matter with their classifications:

Pure Substance = Matter with a constant composition Mixture = Combination of two or more substances Element = Substance that cannot be broken down chemically Compound = Substance formed from two or more elements chemically bonded Signup and view all the answers

Match the scientific laws with their relevance to atomic theory:

Law of Conservation of Mass = Mass is neither created nor destroyed in chemical reactions Law of Constant Composition = A compound always contains the same proportion of elements Law of Multiple Proportions = When elements combine, they do so in fixed ratios Ideal Gas Law = Relates the volume, temperature, and pressure of gases Signup and view all the answers

Match the following assumptions of atomic theory with their descriptions:

A = Atoms are composed of extremely small particles. B = All atoms of a given element are identical. C = Atoms cannot change into different elements through chemical reactions. D = Compounds have the same relative number and kind of atoms. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following subatomic particles with their characteristics:

Protons = Positively charged particles found in the nucleus. Neutrons = Neutral particles located in the nucleus. Electrons = Negatively charged particles in electron shells. Nucleus = The center of the atom containing protons and neutrons. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following atomic models with their describers:

Nuclear Model = Protons and neutrons are in the nucleus. Rutherford's Model = Proposed by Ernest Rutherford. Electron Shell Model = Electrons orbit around the nucleus. Dalton's Model = Suggests atoms are indivisible particles. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Proton = A positively charged subatomic particle. Neutron = A particle without charge found in the nucleus. Atom = The smallest unit of an element. Element = A substance consisting of identical atoms. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following variables to their arithmetic properties in atomic structure:

Mass of the atom = Concentrated in the nucleus. Charge of the electron = Negatively charged. Charge of the proton = Positively charged. Composition of the nucleus = Contains protons and neutrons. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms from the Middle Ages with their descriptions:

Clovis = 1st King of the Franks Charles Martel = Duke and Prince of the Franks Charlemagne = Crowned Roman Emperor by Pope Leo III Dark Ages = Period of decline in learning and trade Signup and view all the answers

Match the following events with their significance during the Early Middle Ages:

Battle of Tours = Franks defeated Muslims in 732 CE Pope Leo III's coronation = Marked the alliance between church and state Fall of Rome = Beginning of the Middle Ages Formation of small kingdoms = Result of no central government Signup and view all the answers

Match the following figures to their contributions to the Franks:

Clovis = Unified the Frankish tribes under one rule Charles Martel = Led the Franks against Muslim forces Charlemagne = Expanded the Frankish empire significantly Pope Leo III = Crowned Charlemagne as emperor Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their characteristics during the Middle Ages:

Franks = Powerful kingdom in Western Europe Latin = Language spoken by the Franks Economic decline = Reduced trade and urban population Immigration = Increase that influenced societal changes Signup and view all the answers

Match the following descriptions with the corresponding Middle Ages sub-period:

Early Middle Ages = Often referred to as the Dark Ages High Middle Ages = Period of feudalism development Late Middle Ages = Transition to the Renaissance Medieval Period = Lasted from 500 A.D. to 1500 A.D. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following issues to their relevance during the Early Middle Ages:

No written laws = Led to the creation of small kingdoms Military overexpansion = Exhausted resources and manpower Greek & Roman learning forgotten = Decline in education and literacy Population drop = Caused by invasions and plagues Signup and view all the answers

Match the following leaders to their notable actions:

Clovis = Allied with the Roman Catholic Church Charles Martel = Defended against Muslim expansion Charlemagne = Involved deeply in church affairs Pope Leo III = Offered legitimacy to rulers through coronation Signup and view all the answers

Match the following characteristics with their respective early medieval concepts:

Tribal Warfare = Occurs due to lack of central government Dark Ages = Period known for decline in culture Small kingdoms = Result from fragmented authority Lack of trade = Contributed to economic hardship Signup and view all the answers

Match the following figures to their periods of influence:

Clovis = Early Middle Ages Charles Martel = Early Middle Ages Charlemagne = High Middle Ages Pope Leo III = High Middle Ages Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Matter

Matter is all substances that make up the universe
Anything that occupies space and has mass is matter
All matter is made of tiny, indestructible particles called atoms (Democritus)
Matter can be classified as pure substances or mixtures
Vacuum: any space that does not contain matter

Atoms

Atoms are the basic building blocks of matter
Atoms are made up of even smaller particles: protons, neutrons, and electrons
Protons are positively charged particles
Neutrons have no charge
Electrons are negatively charged particles
Protons and neutrons are located in the nucleus of the atom
Electrons orbit the nucleus in shells (or orbitals)

Structure of an Atom

Nucleus: The central, dense core of the atom containing protons and neutrons
Electron shells/orbitals: Regions surrounding the nucleus in which electrons are found

Atomic Particles

Protons: Positively charged (+) particles within the nucleus
Neutrons: Neutral (no charge) particles found within the nucleus
Electrons: Negatively charged (-) particles orbiting the nucleus
Protons and neutrons are part of the nucleus, while electrons are outside the nucleus.

Subatomic Particles

The nucleus (N+) is located in the center of the atom
Protons and neutrons are referred to as nucleons
The nucleus is densely packed region of protons and neutrons
Nearly all the mass of an atom is found in the nucleus
Protons are composed of up and down quarks
Neutrons are composed of one up quark and two down quarks
Electrons are free-moving particles around the nucleus
Interactions between electrons cause chemical bonding

Determining Atomic Characteristics

Atomic number = number of protons
Number of electrons = atomic number (in neutral atoms)
Number of neutrons = mass number - atomic number
Mass number = protons + neutrons
- If an ion has a charge it will either lose or gain electrons, these changes will affect the number of electrons, so you must calculate the number of electrons accordingly
The charge of an atom is determined by the difference between the number of protons and electrons

Molecules

Molecules are groups of two or more atoms bonded together
They are the smallest units of a pure substance that can take part in chemical reactions
Molecules can have simple, complex or repeating structures

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