Build an Atom

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What is an ion?

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An ion is an atom that has a net electric charge due to the loss or gain of one or more electrons.

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What charge do protons carry?

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Protons carry a positive charge.

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What is the charge of electrons?

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Electrons carry a negative charge.

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How many protons are in a neutral beryllium (Be) atom?

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A neutral beryllium atom has 4 protons.

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What is the atomic mass of oxygen?

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The atomic mass of most oxygen atoms is approximately 16 atomic mass units (amu).

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What is the relationship between protons and electrons in a neutral atom?

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In a neutral atom, the number of protons equals the number of electrons.

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What is the role of neutrons in an atom?

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Neutrons contribute to the mass of an atom and help stabilize the nucleus, but they do not carry any charge.

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How do you determine the number of neutrons in an atom?

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The number of neutrons can be determined by subtracting the number of protons from the atomic mass.

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What is the significance of the atomic number?

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The atomic number is the number of protons in an atom and determines the element's identity.

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What is the difference between an atom and a molecule?

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An atom is the smallest unit of an element, while a molecule is a group of two or more atoms bonded together.