9 Questions
What is the charge of a proton?
Positive
Where are protons and neutrons located in an atom?
In the nucleus
What charge does a neutron have?
Neutral
What is the role of electrons in an atom?
Attract protons
Why do two protons repel each other?
Due to like charges
How do electrons behave toward each other?
Repel each other
What type of interaction occurs between a proton and an electron?
Attraction
What does the model of a hydrogen atom typically show?
'Cloud' representing electrons' exact locations
Which statement best describes the overall charge of a neutral atom?
'The total number of protons equals the total number of electrons.'
Learn about the basic components of an atom - protons, neutrons, and electrons. Understand their properties, positions within an atom, and charges associated with them. Explore the structure of a carbon atom as an example.
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