Atom Structure

Front

What is the charge of a proton?

Back

Positive charge.

Front

What are the elements found in group two of the periodic table called?

Back

Alkali Earth Metals.

Front

Which color on the periodic table represents metalloids?

Back

Bright yellow.

Front

What particles are found in the nucleus of an atom?

Back

Protons and neutrons.

Front

What type of ions do elements on the left side of the periodic table most likely form?

Back

Positive ions.

Front

What is the charge of a neutron?

Back

Neutral (no charge).

Front

What is the main difference between metals and nonmetals in terms of electron behavior?

Back

Metals tend to lose electrons, while nonmetals tend to gain electrons.

Front

What is the atomic number of an element?

Back

The number of protons in the nucleus of an atom.

Front

What is the significance of the periodic table's groups?

Back

Elements in the same group have similar chemical properties.

Front

What are valence electrons?

Back

Electrons in the outermost shell of an atom that determine its chemical properties.