Atomic Structure

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What is an atom?

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An atom is the smallest unit of matter that retains the properties of an element.

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What are protons?

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Protons are positively charged particles found in the nucleus of an atom.

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What are neutrons?

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Neutrons are neutral particles found in the nucleus of an atom.

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What are electrons?

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Electrons are negatively charged particles that orbit the nucleus of an atom.

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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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How do you find the number of neutrons in an atom?

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

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What is the charge of an electron?

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The charge of an electron is negative.

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What is the charge of a neutron?

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Neutrons have no charge; they are neutral.

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What is a chemical element?

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A chemical element is a pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.

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What is the periodic table?

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The periodic table is a tabular arrangement of elements organized by increasing atomic number.