Atoms Flashcard 2

Front

What is the sum of an atom's protons and neutrons called?

Back

Atomic mass (amu)

Front

What is the cloud-like space that electrons travel around?

Back

Shell

Front

Where are protons and neutrons found in an atom?

Back

In the nucleus

Front

What is based on the number of protons in the nucleus of the atom?

Back

Atomic number

Front

What is the positively charged subatomic particle contained in the nucleus of an atom?

Back

Proton

Front

What is the negatively charged subatomic particle that orbits the nucleus?

Back

Electron

Front

What is the neutral subatomic particle found in the nucleus?

Back

Neutron

Front

What is the center of an atom called?

Back

Nucleus

Front

What is the term for the arrangement of electrons around the nucleus?

Back

Electron configuration

Front

What is the periodic table?

Back

A table that organizes elements based on their atomic number and properties.