Atoms

Front

What is the central region of an atom where its neutrons and protons are located?

Back

Nucleus

Front

What are the positive particles of an atom called?

Back

Protons

Front

Why is the overall charge of an atom neutral (0)?

Back

They have the same number of protons and electrons.

Front

How many neutrons does Sodium (Na) have?

Back

12

Front

An atom with atomic number 6 would have how many protons?

Back

6

Front

What are the negatively charged particles in an atom?

Back

Electrons

Front

What is the mass of a proton compared to a neutron?

Back

Approximately equal, but protons are slightly lighter.

Front

What is the atomic number of an element?

Back

The number of protons in the nucleus of an atom.

Front

What is the charge of a neutron?

Back

Neutral (0)

Front

What determines the identity of an element?

Back

The number of protons in its nucleus.