Atomic Structure

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What is the atomic structure composed of?

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The atomic structure is composed of protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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What is the charge of a proton?

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A proton has a positive charge.

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What is the charge of a neutron?

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A neutron has no charge (neutral).

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What is the charge of an electron?

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An electron has a negative charge.

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What is the atomic number of an element?

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The atomic number is the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom.

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What is a molecule?

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

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What is an element?

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An element is a pure substance that consists of only one type of atom.

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What is a compound?

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A compound is a substance formed when two or more different elements are chemically bonded together.

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How do you find the number of neutrons in an atom?

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The number of neutrons can be found by subtracting the atomic number from the atomic mass.

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What is the difference between a simple compound and an extended structure?

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A simple compound consists of a small number of atoms, while an extended structure has a repeating pattern of atoms.