Subatomic Particles

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What is the atomic mass of Copper?

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63

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An atom that has gained or lost electrons is called ...

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an ion

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The nucleus of an atom contains which subatomic particles?

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protons and neutrons

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An atom becomes _________ when it gains electrons.

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Negative

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Typically in an atom, which two subatomic particles are equal in number?

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protons and electrons

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What are the three main types of subatomic particles?

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Protons, Neutrons, Electrons

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What charge do protons carry?

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Positive charge

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What charge do electrons carry?

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Negative charge

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What is the charge of neutrons?

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Neutral (no charge)

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Where are protons located in an atom?

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In the nucleus