Atomic Structure Review

Front

Which subatomic particle has a positive (+) charge?

Back

Proton

Front

Which subatomic particle has a negative (-) charge?

Back

Electron

Front

What are the subatomic particles that have no charge?

Back

Neutrons

Front

Where are protons located in an atom?

Back

In the nucleus of the atom.

Front

Where are electrons found in the structure of an atom?

Back

In spaces around the nucleus.

Front

What is the nucleus of an atom?

Back

The central part of an atom that contains protons and neutrons.

Front

What is the charge of a neutron?

Back

Neutrons have no charge (neutral).

Front

What is the overall charge of an atom?

Back

Atoms are neutral because they have equal numbers of protons and electrons.

Front

What is the mass of a proton compared to an electron?

Back

A proton is much heavier than an electron.

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What is the role of electrons in chemical bonding?

Back

Electrons are involved in forming bonds between atoms.