Atoms, Elements, Compounds

Front

What is the smallest particle of an element that has the same properties as that element?

Back

atom

Front

What are elements made of?

Back

Elements are made of one type of atom.

Front

What is the term for combining 2 or more DIFFERENT atoms together?

Back

compounds

Front

What is the region of negative charge surrounding an atomic nucleus called?

Back

electron cloud

Front

H2O is most accurately described as a _____________.

Back

compound

Front

What is a molecule?

Back

A molecule is a group of two or more atoms bonded together.

Front

What is the difference between an element and a compound?

Back

An element is made of one type of atom, while a compound is made of two or more different types of atoms chemically bonded.

Front

What is the atomic nucleus?

Back

The atomic nucleus is the positively charged center of an atom, containing protons and neutrons.

Front

What are protons?

Back

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

Front

What are neutrons?

Back

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