Atoms Elements and Compounds

Front

What is the basic unit of matter that retains the properties of an element?

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Atom

Front

What are the three main subatomic particles found in an atom?

Back

Protons, Neutrons, Electrons

Front

What is the charge of a proton?

Back

Positive

Front

What is the charge of a neutron?

Back

Neutral

Front

What is the charge of an electron?

Back

Negative

Front

What is the nucleus of an atom composed of?

Back

Protons and Neutrons

Front

What is the term for the outermost electrons in an atom that are involved in chemical bonding?

Back

Valence Electrons

Front

How many protons does the element Carbon have?

Back

6

Front

What is the atomic number of an element?

Back

The number of protons in the nucleus of an atom of that element.

Front

What is the significance of the Periodic Table of Elements?

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It organizes all known elements based on their atomic number, electron configuration, and recurring chemical properties.

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