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What is matter defined as?

  • Only solid substances that take up space
  • Substances that can change states
  • Elements that have no mass
  • Anything that occupies space and has mass (correct)

Democritus proposed that matter is made up of tiny, indestructible particles called atoms.

True (A)

What does the term 'Vacuum' refer to?

A volume of space that does not have any matter in it.

The basic particles that make up an atom are ____, ____, and ____.

<p>neutrons, protons, electrons</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the scientist with their contribution to atomic theory:

<p>Democritus = Proposed the idea of atomism John Dalton = Developed the atomic theory using conservation of mass Einstein = Introduced the theory of relativity Niels Bohr = Developed the Bohr model of the atom</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a pure substance?

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

According to the atomic theory, atoms are physically indivisible.

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What are the two classifications of matter?

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What are the particles found in the nucleus of an atom?

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Atoms of one element can be changed into atoms of a different element through chemical reactions.

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Who proposed the nuclear model of the atom?

<p>Ernest Rutherford</p> Signup and view all the answers

Each element is composed of extremely small particles called __________.

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Match the following subatomic particles with their properties:

<p>Proton = Positively charged particle Neutron = No charge Electron = Negatively charged particle Nucleus = Center of the atom containing protons and neutrons</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding compounds?

<p>A compound always has the same relative number and kind of atoms. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The nucleus of an atom has almost all of its mass concentrated within it.

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What charge does a proton carry?

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What is the charge of a neutron?

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An atom is positively charged when it has more electrons than protons.

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

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In a neutral atom, the number of electrons is equal to the number of ______.

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What happens to the number of electrons in a positively charged ion?

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Electrons play a significant role in forming bonds between atoms.

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What determines the charge of an atom?

<h1>of protons - # of electrons</h1> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components with their respective descriptions:

<p>Protons = Positively charged particles Neutrons = Neutral particles Electrons = Negatively charged particles Nucleons = Protons and neutrons collectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Atom

The smallest unit of an element that retains the chemical properties of that element.

Dalton's Atomic Theory: Identical Atoms

Atoms of the same element are identical in mass and chemical properties.

Dalton's Atomic Theory: Conservation of Atoms

Atoms cannot be created or destroyed in chemical reactions, only rearranged.

Dalton's Atomic Theory: Compounds from Atoms

Compounds are formed when different types of atoms combine in a fixed ratio.

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Nucleus

The central region of an atom containing protons and neutrons.

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Protons

Positively charged particles found in the nucleus of an atom.

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Neutrons

Neutral particles found in the nucleus of an atom.

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Electrons

Negatively charged particles that orbit the nucleus of an atom.

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What is matter?

All the substances that make up the universe. It refers to anything that occupies space and has mass.

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What are atoms?

Minute and indestructible particles. All matter is composed of these particles.

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What is a vacuum?

A volume of space that is completely empty of matter.

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How can matter be classified?

A pure substance or a mixture.

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Who is Democritus?

The ancient Greek philosopher who proposed the concept of atoms.

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Who is John Dalton?

An English teacher who established the Atomic Theory based on the laws of conservation of mass and constant composition.

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What is atomism?

The idea that all matter is made up of tiny particles called atoms, which are indivisible and indestructible.

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What is the Atomic Theory?

A scientific theory that explains the nature and behavior of matter.

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What is a neutron?

The neutron is a subatomic particle found in the nucleus of an atom. It has no electrical charge, meaning it is neutral.

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What are nucleons?

Protons and neutrons both reside in the nucleus of an atom. Together they are called nucleons.

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What are electrons? Why are they important in bonding?

Electrons are negatively charged particles that move around the nucleus of an atom. They are vital for chemical bonding as they interact to form or break these connections.

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What is the atomic number of an element?

The atomic number of an element represents the number of protons in its nucleus. This number also determines the element's identity.

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What is the mass number of an element?

The mass number of an element represents the total number of protons and neutrons in its nucleus. It is the sum of protons and neutrons.

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

To determine the number of neutrons in an atom, subtract the atomic number from the mass number.

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What is a neutral atom?

A neutral atom has an equal number of protons (positive charge) and electrons (negative charge), resulting in a net charge of zero.

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What is an ion?

An ion is an atom that has gained or lost electrons, resulting in a net positive or negative charge. If an atom gains electrons, it becomes negatively charged (anion). If it loses electrons, it becomes positively charged (cation).

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Study Notes

Matter

  • Matter is everything that makes up the universe
  • Anything that occupies space and has mass is matter
  • Matter is made of tiny, indestructible particles called atoms (Democritus)
  • Matter can be classified as pure substances or mixtures
  • Vacuum is any space that doesn't contain matter

Atoms

  • Democritus theorized that matter is made of tiny, indivisible particles called atoms
  • Atoms are the basic building blocks of matter
  • Atoms are made up of even smaller particles: protons, neutrons, and electrons
  • Protons, positively charged, are found in the nucleus.
  • Neutrons, neutral charged, are found in the nucleus
  • Electrons, negatively charged, orbit the nucleus
  • Protons and neutrons make up the nucleus
  • Electrons reside in orbitals around the nucleus
  • The nucleus is the dense center of the atom
  • Almost all the mass of an atom is concentrated in the nucleus.

Subatomic Particles

  • Protons are positively charged particles (+1 charge) found in the nucleus.
  • Protons are composed of up and down quarks
  • Neutrons have no charge (0) and are also found in the nucleus.
  • Neutrons are composed of one up quark and two down quarks.
  • Electrons have a negative charge (-1) and are found outside the nucleus in orbitals.

Atomic Structure

  • Atoms have different properties based on the arrangement and number of their subatomic particles.
  • Protons and neutrons are called nucleons

Early Discoveries

  • Ancient Greek philosopher Democritus proposed the idea of atomism
  • John Dalton, an English schoolteacher, developed the Atomic Theory based on the Law of Conservation of Mass and the Law of Constant Composition.
  • Dalton's atomic theory included the ideas that elements are made of atoms, atoms of an element are identical, and compounds are formed when atoms combine.

Particulate Terminologies

  • Atoms define chemical elements
  • Atoms are the basic units of any specific matter
  • Electrons are free-moving particles and are involved in chemical processes, such as forming or breaking bonds.
  • Interactions of electrons and other properties cause chemical bonding.

How to determine the number of protons, electrons, and neutrons in an atom:

  • Number of protons = atomic number
  • Number of electrons = atomic number (in a neutral atom)
  • Number of neutrons = mass number - atomic number

Atomic Number

  • The atomic number represents the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom.
  • The atomic number determines the element's chemical properties
  • The atomic number is located at the top left corner of the element's box in the periodic table.
  • The atomic number is equal to the number of protons

Molecules

  • A molecule is a group of two or more atoms bonded together
  • Molecules represent the smallest identifiable unit of a pure substance.
  • Molecules can be simple, complex, or even repeating units
  • Molecules retain the chemical properties of that substance.
  • Molecules form when atoms bond together
  • Examples include H2O (water), O2 (oxygen), CO2 (carbon dioxide), and CH4 (methane)

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Test your knowledge on the fundamental concepts of matter and atoms. This quiz covers the classification of matter, the structure of atoms, and the properties of subatomic particles. Dive into concepts like protons, neutrons, and electrons to solidify your understanding of the building blocks of the universe.

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