8.5A and 8.5B Protons, Neutrons, and Electrons

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1.
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What are protons?
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Protons are positively charged subatomic particles found in the nucleus of an atom. They determine the atomic number of an element.
2.
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What are neutrons?
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Neutrons are electrically neutral subatomic particles located in the nucleus of an atom. They contribute to the atomic mass but do not affect the charge.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are electrons?
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Electrons are negatively charged subatomic particles that orbit the nucleus of an atom. They are involved in chemical bonding and reactions.
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What is the atomic number?
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The atomic number is the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom, which determines the element's identity.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do you calculate the mass of an atom?
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The mass of an atom is calculated by adding the number of protons and neutrons in its nucleus.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a valence electron?
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Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell of an atom that are involved in chemical bonding.
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What is the charge of a proton?
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A proton has a positive charge.
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