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What subatomic particle has a negative charge?
What subatomic particle has a negative charge?
- Nucleus
- Proton
- Electron (correct)
- Neutron
Where is most of the mass of an atom located?
Where is most of the mass of an atom located?
- Proton
- Electron cloud
- Nucleus (correct)
- Neutron
What is the term for the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom?
What is the term for the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom?
- Atomic mass
- Atomic number (correct)
- Mass number
- Isotope
What is the total number of protons and neutrons in the nucleus of an atom called?
What is the total number of protons and neutrons in the nucleus of an atom called?
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Electron
Electron
A subatomic particle carrying a negative charge.
Nucleus
Nucleus
The central part of an atom, containing protons and neutrons.
Atomic Number
Atomic Number
The number of protons in an atom's nucleus, defining the element.
Mass Number
Mass Number
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Study Notes
Subatomic Particles
- Electrons have a negative charge
- Protons have a positive charge
- Neutrons have no charge
- The nucleus of an atom contains protons and neutrons.
- Most of the mass of an atom is located in the nucleus.
Atomic Number
- The number of protons in the nucleus of an atom is called the atomic number.
- The atomic number determines the element.
Mass Number
- The total number of protons and neutrons in the nucleus of atom is called the mass number.
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Test your understanding of the structure of the atom with these multiple-choice questions. Explore topics such as subatomic particles, atomic mass, and proton count.
