Questions and Answers
What is the negatively charged particle of an atom found outside the nucleus?
What is a neutron?
A particle in an atom with no charge, found in the nucleus.
What is a proton?
A positively charged particle found in the nucleus of an atom.
What is the nucleus of an atom?
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What is an atom?
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Study Notes
Parts of an Atom
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Electron:
- A negatively charged subatomic particle.
- Located outside the nucleus in energy levels or orbitals.
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Neutron:
- A subatomic particle with no electric charge (neutral).
- Found in the nucleus alongside protons.
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Proton:
- A positively charged subatomic particle.
- Resides in the nucleus, contributing to the atomic mass and identity of the element.
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Nucleus:
- The central core of an atom.
- Composed of protons and neutrons, it contains most of the atom's mass.
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Atom:
- The fundamental building block of matter.
- The smallest unit of an element, maintaining the element's chemical properties.
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Test your knowledge on the components of an atom with this labeling quiz. Identify and define the key parts including electrons, protons, neutrons, and the nucleus. Perfect for anyone studying basic chemistry concepts.
