Structure of Atoms

Front

What is the charge of a neutron?

Back

Neutral

Front

What is the charge of an electron?

Back

Negative

Front

Which subatomic particle is much smaller than protons and neutrons?

Back

Electron

Front

What is the charge of a proton?

Back

Positive

Front

Where is the neutron located in an atom?

Back

In the nucleus

Front

What are the three main subatomic particles?

Back

Protons, neutrons, and electrons

Front

What is the mass comparison between protons, neutrons, and electrons?

Back

Protons and neutrons have similar mass, which is much greater than that of electrons.

Front

What is the role of protons in determining the identity of an element?

Back

The number of protons determines the atomic number and identity of the element.

Front

What is the overall charge of an atom?

Back

Neutral, because the number of protons equals the number of electrons.

Front

What is the function of electrons in an atom?

Back

Electrons are involved in chemical bonding and reactions.

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