Electron Flashcard

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What is the Bohr Model?

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The Bohr Model is a representation of an atom that depicts electrons orbiting the nucleus in defined energy levels.

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What element has the atomic number 3?

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Lithium (Li) is the element with the atomic number 3.

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How are electrons arranged in an atom?

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Electrons are arranged in energy levels around the nucleus.

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What is the mass number of an atom?

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

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What is the atomic symbol for Neon?

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The atomic symbol for Neon is Ne.

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What is the difference between an element and a compound?

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An element is a pure substance made of one type of atom, while a compound is made of two or more different types of atoms chemically bonded together.

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What is the significance of the atomic number?

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The atomic number indicates the number of protons in an atom and determines the element's identity.

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What is an electron?

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

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What is the maximum number of electrons in the first energy level?

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The maximum number of electrons in the first energy level is 2.

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What is the role of neutrons in an atom?

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Neutrons help stabilize the nucleus of an atom and contribute to its mass.