ELEMENTS & ELEMENTAL NOTATION

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What is the mass number?

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The mass number is equal to the total number of protons and neutrons in an atom.

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What is the symbol of Gold?

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The symbol of Gold is Au.

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What is the atomic number of an element?

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The atomic number tells you the number of protons in an atom.

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What does the symbol 'Na' represent?

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The symbol 'Na' represents the element Sodium.

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What are groups in the periodic table?

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Groups are the vertical columns in the periodic table organized by similar properties.

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How do you determine the number of electrons in a neutral atom?

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In a neutral atom, the number of electrons is equal to the number of protons.

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What is the atomic mass?

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The atomic mass is the weighted average mass of an element's isotopes.

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What does a superscript in elemental notation indicate?

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A superscript indicates the charge of the ion.

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What is the difference between atomic mass and mass number?

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Atomic mass is the average mass of an element's isotopes, while mass number is the total number of protons and neutrons.

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What is the symbol for Silver?

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The symbol for Silver is Ag.