1.2 Atomic Structure Flashcards
1
Q
What is the RAM of a proton?
A
1 A.M.U.
2
Q
What is the RAM of a neutron?
A
1 A.M.U.
3
Q
What is the RAM of an electron?
A
~0 A.M.U.
4
Q
What is the charge on a proton?
A
Positive 1 (+1).
5
Q
What is the charge of a neutron?
A
No charge (0).
6
Q
What is the charge on an electron?
A
Negative 1 (-1).
7
Q
What is the definition of an isotope?
A
Atoms with the same atomic number, but different mass numbers.
(Same no protons, diff number of neutrons).
8
Q
What is the definition of ions?
A
Formed when atoms lose/gain electrons.
9
Q
Different atoms of the same element have the same…
A
Atomic numbers.
10
Q
Metal atoms lose electrons to form…
A
Positive ions.
11
Q
Non-metal atoms gain electrons to form…
A
Negative ions.
