Module 1 Review: The Structure of Atoms

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What is an ion?

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A Charged Atom

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What is the atomic number of an atom?

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The number of protons in the nucleus of an atom.

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Which particles are found in the nucleus of an atom?

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Protons and Neutrons

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How many protons does Carbon have if its atomic number is 6?

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6

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What is atomic mass?

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The weighted average mass of an atom's isotopes, typically expressed in atomic mass units (amu).

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What is the atomic number of Oxygen?

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8

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What is the charge of a proton?

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+1

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What is the charge of a neutron?

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0 (neutral)

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What is the charge of an electron?

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-1

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What is the relationship between protons and electrons in a neutral atom?

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They are equal in number.