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Who discovered the atom?
Who discovered the atom?
John Dalton
Who discovered the proton?
Who discovered the proton?
Who discovered the neutron?
Who discovered the neutron?
Who discovered the electron?
Who discovered the electron?
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What does the atomic number represent?
What does the atomic number represent?
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What particles make up the nucleus of an atom?
What particles make up the nucleus of an atom?
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Where are electrons located in an atom?
Where are electrons located in an atom?
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The mass number is the total number of protons and _____ in the nucleus.
The mass number is the total number of protons and _____ in the nucleus.
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What is the formula to find the number of neutrons in an atom?
What is the formula to find the number of neutrons in an atom?
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In a neutral atom, the number of protons equals the number of _____ .
In a neutral atom, the number of protons equals the number of _____ .
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What is the charge of a proton?
What is the charge of a proton?
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What is the symbol for atomic number?
What is the symbol for atomic number?
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What is the mass of an electron?
What is the mass of an electron?
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What is the electronic configuration for an atom with 6 protons?
What is the electronic configuration for an atom with 6 protons?
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Study Notes
Scientists and Atomic Discoveries
- John Dalton is credited with the discovery of the atom.
- Information on the discoverers of the proton, neutron, and electron is not provided.
Atomic Structure
- Atoms are the fundamental units of matter.
- Each atom consists of subatomic particles: protons, neutrons, and electrons.
- Protons and neutrons are located in the nucleus, the center of the atom.
- Electrons orbit the nucleus in paths called shells.
Types of Subatomic Particles
- Protons: Charge +1, mass 1, located in the nucleus.
- Neutrons: Charge 0, mass 1, located in the nucleus.
- Electrons: Charge -1, mass 1/1840, found in shells around the nucleus.
- The number of nucleons is the sum of protons and neutrons.
Atomic Number
- The atomic number (Z) represents the number of protons in an atom's nucleus.
- In a neutral atom, the number of electrons equals the atomic number.
- Atomic number determines an element's position on the Periodic Table.
Atomic Mass
- The nucleon number (A) is the total count of protons and neutrons in the nucleus.
- Nucleon number is also known as mass number.
- The number of neutrons can be calculated as: Number of neutrons = Mass number - Protons.
Atomic Notation
- Atomic notation presents an element's atomic and mass numbers.
- The Atomic Number (proton number) is usually displayed above the element symbol, while the relative atomic mass is shown below.
Finding Subatomic Particles
- The number of protons can be determined from the atomic number.
- In neutral atoms, the number of protons equals the number of electrons.
- Neutron count can be calculated using: Number of neutrons = Mass number - Number of protons.
Elements and Their Protons
- Each element is defined by its unique number of protons.
- Examples: Helium has 2 protons, Lithium has 3 protons, Gold has 79 protons.
- Proton number and atomic number are synonymous.
Periodic Table Insights
- Elements are organized in the Periodic Table by their atomic (proton) numbers.
- Example notation for Carbon:
- Proton number: 6
- Nucleon number: 12
- Neutron number: 6
- Electron configuration: 2, 4
- Group: 4, Period: 2
Shells and Configuration
- Atoms have shells which accommodate electrons.
- The arrangement of electrons in these shells influences the chemical properties of the element.
Example of Boron Structure
- Boron (B) has a proton count of 5 and a mass number of 11, indicating its composition of particles.
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Test your knowledge on the properties of materials and atomic structure from Year 9 Science. This quiz covers key concepts including the discovery of atoms and their components. Perfect for students aiming to solidify their understanding of basic chemistry concepts.
