Atoms and The Periodic Table

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How are elements ordered on the Periodic Table?

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Elements are ordered by their atomic number.

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Which particle has a similar mass to a proton?

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The neutron has a similar mass to a proton.

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How many neutrons are in an atom of Potassium 'K'?

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An atom of Potassium has 20 neutrons.

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What is the ATOMIC NUMBER of Copper?

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The atomic number of Copper is 29.

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How many protons are in the nucleus of a Carbon atom?

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There are 6 protons in the nucleus of a Carbon atom.

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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 the three main particles in an atom?

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The three main particles in an atom are protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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What charge does a proton have?

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A proton has a positive charge.

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What charge does an electron have?

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An electron has a negative charge.

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What is the nucleus of an atom?

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The nucleus is the central part of an atom, containing protons and neutrons.