Atomic Structure

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The smallest particle of an element.

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Atom

Front

Measure mainly of the nuclear particles: protons + neutrons

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Atomic Mass

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Subatomic particles with a negative charge

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Electrons

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The only element with no neutrons in its nucleus.

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Hydrogen

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Subatomic particles found in the nucleus:

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Protons and Neutrons

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The center of an atom, containing protons and neutrons.

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Nucleus

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Positively charged subatomic particles found in the nucleus.

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Protons

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Neutral subatomic particles found in the nucleus.

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Neutrons

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The number of protons in the nucleus of an atom, which determines the element.

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Atomic Number

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The overall charge of an atom is determined by the balance of these particles.

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Protons and Electrons