Atomic Structure Quiz

Which particle is found in the nucleus of an atom and has a positive charge?

• Electron

• Proton

• Neutron

• Orbit

Which letter points to a neutron?

• A

• B

• C

• D

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Which statement best describes the overall charge of the nucleus of an atom?

• It is always neutral.

• It is always positive.

• It is always negative.

• It depends on the number of electrons.

A student builds a model of an atom with 3 protons, 4 neutrons, and 3 electrons. What is the overall charge of the atom?

• Positive

• Negative

• Neutral

• It cannot be determined.

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Which subatomic particle is the smallest in terms of mass?

• Proton

• Neutron

• Electron

• Nucleus

If you were to build a model of an atom, where would you place the electrons?

• Mixed in with the protons and neutrons in the nucleus.

• In the center, with the nucleus orbiting around them.

• Bonded to the outside of the nucleus.

• Moving in paths or orbits outside of the nucleus.

Which of the following comparisons about subatomic particles is correct?

• Protons have a positive charge and are much less massive than electrons.

• Neutrons have no charge and have a mass similar to protons.

• Electrons have a negative charge and are located in the nucleus.

• Protons have a negative charge and neutrons have a positive charge.

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An atom is defined as the smallest particle of an element that retains the properties of that element. What particles determine the fundamental structure and properties described in this model?

• Protons and Neutrons

• Nucleus and Orbits

• Protons, Neutrons, and Electrons

• Electrons and Neutrons

Which letter represents an electron?

• A

• B

• C

• D

• E

Which of the following is correct?

• Protons (positive);

  Neutrons (negative);

  Electrons (neutral)

• Protons (positive); Neutrons (neutral); Electrons (negative)

• Protons (negative);

  Neutrons (neutral);

  Electrons (positive)

• Protons (neutral);

  Neutrons (positive);

  Electrons (negative)