Science Vocabulary

Subatomic particle that has a negative charge and is located in the orbit of an atom

Subatomic particle that has a positive charge and is located in the nucleus of an atom

Physical property of matter that allows it to interact with electric and magnetic fields

Force that is responsible for making some types of particles in atoms change into other types of particles (Ex. atom decay)

It's responsible for holding the nucleus of an atom together

Imbalance of electric charge on an object, often resulting in the buildup of excess electrons or a deficit of electrons. This imbalance leads to attractive or repulsive forces.

Sudden transfer of electric charge between two objects with different electric potentials.

Sudden transfer of electric charge between two objects with different electric potentials

Material that does not conduct electricity easily. They have a high electrical resistance to prevent the flow of current (plastic, glass)

Material that easily allows the flow of electricity through it (Metals)