Intro to Atomic Structure 2

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What is an atom?

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An atom is the smallest unit of matter that retains the properties of an element.

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What are the three main parts of an atom?

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The three main parts of an atom are protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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What is a proton?

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A proton is a positively charged particle found in the nucleus of an atom.

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What is a neutron?

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A neutron is a neutral particle found in the nucleus of an atom.

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What is an electron?

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An electron is a negatively charged particle that orbits the nucleus of an atom.

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Where are protons located in an atom?

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Protons are located in the nucleus of an atom.

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Where are electrons located in an atom?

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Electrons are located in energy levels or shells around the nucleus.

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What is the atomic number?

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

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What is the mass number?

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The mass number is the total number of protons and neutrons in an atom's nucleus.

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What is an element?

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An element is a pure substance made of only one type of atom.