Atoms

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What are atoms considered to be in relation to matter?

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Atoms are the building blocks of all matter.

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What is all matter made of?

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All matter is made of atoms.

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What are the positive particles found in an atom called?

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Protons.

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How can you identify which atom an element is?

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By counting the number of protons.

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What do atoms have the same number of?

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Protons and electrons.

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What is the charge of protons?

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Protons have a positive charge.

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What is the charge of electrons?

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Electrons have a negative charge.

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What is the nucleus of an atom composed of?

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The nucleus is composed of protons and neutrons.

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What is the role of neutrons in an atom?

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Neutrons help stabilize the nucleus.

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What determines the atomic number of an element?

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The number of protons in the nucleus.