Atoms!!!

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What is the atomic number of an element?

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The atomic number is the total number of protons in the nucleus of an atom.

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What is the central region of an atom called?

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The central region of an atom is called the nucleus.

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Which subatomic particles are found in the nucleus of an atom?

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Protons and neutrons are the subatomic particles found in the nucleus.

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What does the atomic mass of an element represent?

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The atomic mass represents the average mass of an element's atoms, typically expressed in atomic mass units (amu).

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Where are electrons located in an atom?

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Electrons are found in the electron cloud surrounding the nucleus.

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What is the charge of a proton?

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A proton has a positive charge.

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What is the charge of a neutron?

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A neutron has no charge (it is neutral).

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What is the charge of an electron?

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An electron has a negative 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 atomic number from the atomic mass.

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What is the significance of the electron cloud?

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The electron cloud represents the regions around the nucleus where electrons are likely to be found.