Week 16 Extra credit

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What is the element with atomic number 17?

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Chlorine

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What happens to an atom when you add a proton?

Back

It becomes a new element.

Front

What type of bond is formed between two nonmetals?

Back

Covalent bond.

Front

What determines the identity of an element?

Back

Atomic number.

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What is the central region of an atom called?

Back

Nucleus.

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What particles are found in the nucleus of an atom?

Back

Protons and neutrons.

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What is the charge of a proton?

Back

Positive.

Front

What is the charge of a neutron?

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Neutral.

Front

What is the charge of an electron?

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Negative.

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What is the term for the region around the nucleus where electrons are likely to be found?

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Electron cloud.