Subatomic Particles Flashcard

Front

What is a subatomic particle with a positive charge?

Back

Proton

Front

Which subatomic particle is found in the nucleus and has no charge?

Back

Neutron

Front

Which subatomic particle has the least mass?

Back

Electron

Front

What type of bond involves the sharing of electron pairs between atoms?

Back

Covalent bond

Front

What is the term for the energy required to remove an electron from an atom?

Back

Ionization energy

Front

What is the charge of an electron?

Back

Negative charge

Front

What is the charge of a proton?

Back

Positive charge

Front

What is the charge of a neutron?

Back

No charge (neutral)

Front

Where are protons located in an atom?

Back

In the nucleus

Front

Where are electrons located in an atom?

Back

In the electron cloud surrounding the nucleus