Protons, Electrons, and Neutrons Flashcard

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What are the three main subatomic particles in an atom?

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Protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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What is the charge of a proton?

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Positive.

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What is the charge of an electron?

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Negative.

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What is the charge of a neutron?

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Neutral.

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Where are protons and neutrons located in an atom?

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In the nucleus.

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How many protons are in a neutral atom of silver (Ag)?

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47.

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How many electrons are in a neutral atom of silicon (Si)?

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14.

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What is the term for the horizontal rows in the periodic table?

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Periods.

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What determines the atomic mass of an atom?

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The number of protons and neutrons.

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What is the atomic number of an element?

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The number of protons in the nucleus.