Atoms and Molecules Quiz

What are atoms?

• Tiny pieces of stuff that can be seen with the human eye

• The fundamental building blocks of all matter

• Particles that repel each other

• Electrons that revolve around the nucleus

What is the main difference between protons and neutrons?

• Protons have a positive electrical charge, while neutrons have no charge

• Protons have no charge, while neutrons have a positive electrical charge

• Protons have a negative electrical charge, while neutrons have a positive electrical charge

• Protons have a positive electrical charge, while neutrons have a negative electrical charge

What is the flow of electrons from one atom to another called?

• Electricity

• Magnetism

• Heat

• Light

What is the atomic number of an element?

• The number of protons in the nucleus

• The number of neutrons in the nucleus

• The number of electrons in the nucleus

• The number of electrons in the atom

What is the main difference between matter and energy?

• Matter is made up of atoms and molecules, while energy is not

• Matter is visible, while energy is invisible

• Matter can be touched and felt, while energy cannot

• Matter is solid, while energy is fluid

What is carbon?

• A type of metal

• A type of gas

• A type of liquid

• An element found in all living things

What is organic chemistry?

• The study of carbon compounds

• The study of inorganic materials

• The study of energy

• The study of matter

What is the purpose of the giant machine in the experimental hall?

• To study the inside of atoms

• To generate electricity

• To create new elements

• To produce heat

What is the purpose of the electron beam in the target?

• To break atoms into smaller pieces

• To create a magnetic field

• To generate light

• To produce sound

What is the key to life?

• Carbon

• Oxygen

• Hydrogen

• Nitrogen