Properties of Elements

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Where are protons found in an atom?

Back

Protons are found in the nucleus of an atom.

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An atom is made up of how many different types of subatomic particles?

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An atom is made up of three different types of subatomic particles: protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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What are good conductors of electricity and often shiny solids at room temperature?

Back

Metals are good conductors of electricity and are often shiny solids at room temperature.

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To find the number of neutrons, you subtract the atomic ________ from the atomic ________.

Back

To find the number of neutrons, you subtract the atomic number from the atomic mass.

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What are the rows of the Periodic Table of Elements called?

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The rows of the Periodic Table of Elements are called Periods.

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What is the center of an atom called?

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The center of an atom is called the nucleus.

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What are the three main subatomic particles?

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The three main subatomic particles are protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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What charge do protons carry?

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Protons carry a positive charge.

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What charge do electrons carry?

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Electrons carry a negative charge.

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What is the charge of neutrons?

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Neutrons have no charge; they are neutral.