Understanding Atoms

What analogy is used to explain the concept of atoms as building blocks?

• A house and bricks

• A car and its parts

• A computer and its components

• A tree and its leaves

Which of the following is NOT an example of a substance made from atoms?

• Light

• Air

• Water

• Table salt

What are the three subatomic particles that make up an atom?

• Protons, neutrons, and electrons

• Protons, neutrons, and photons

• Electrons, photons, and quarks

• Neutrons, quarks, and electrons

How do atoms differ from one another?

• By their color

• By their size

• By their weight

• By the number of protons, electrons, and neutrons

What is the central part of an atom called?

• Nucleus

• Shell

• Core

• Center

Are human beings made up of atoms?

• No, they are made of cells

• Yes, they are made of atoms

• No, they are made of molecules

• Yes, but only partially

Can atoms die?

• Yes, they can die like living organisms

• No, because they are not alive

• Yes, but only under extreme conditions

• No, but they can transform

Which process involves splitting a large atom into smaller ones?

• Radioactive decay

• Chemical reaction

• Nuclear fission

• Nuclear fusion

What happens when an atom collides with an antimatter atom?

• It creates a new element

• It releases high-energy light rays

• It forms a black hole

• It becomes stable

According to Einstein's equation, what can mass be converted into?

• Sound

• Energy

• Matter

• Light