2-1 Flashcardizz Part 1 Subatomic Particles & Parts of Atom

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What is the overall charge of an entire atom?

Back

Neutral, because the positive nucleus and negative electron cloud cancel each other out.

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What charge does the electron cloud have?

Back

Negative, because it contains electrons (e^-).

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What charge does the nucleus of an atom have?

Back

Positive, because it contains protons (p⁺) and neutrons (n^o).

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Which region of the atom is divided into energy levels?

Back

The Electron Cloud.

Front

What does the electron cloud contain?

Back

Electrons only.

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What are the three main subatomic particles?

Back

Protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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What is the charge of a proton?

Back

Positive.

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What is the charge of a neutron?

Back

Neutral.

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What is the charge of an electron?

Back

Negative.

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Where are protons located in an atom?

Back

In the nucleus.