BVP Atoms: Protons, Neutrons, & Electrons

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What makes an element most reactive?

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An element is most reactive when it has a near complete or near empty outermost shell.

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How many protons does Oxygen have?

Back

Oxygen has 8 protons.

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How many neutrons are in Oxygen if its atomic mass is 16?

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Oxygen has 8 neutrons (16 - 8 = 8).

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What is the atomic number of Oxygen?

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The atomic number of Oxygen is 8.

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How many electrons does Oxygen have?

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Oxygen has 8 electrons.

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What are protons?

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Protons are positively charged particles found in the nucleus of an atom.

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What are neutrons?

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Neutrons are neutral particles found in the nucleus of an atom.

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What are electrons?

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Electrons are negatively charged particles that orbit the nucleus of an atom.

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What is the charge of a proton?

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The charge of a proton is +1.

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What is the charge of an electron?

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The charge of an electron is -1.