Atomic Structure - Ch1 / L1 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the relative mass of a proton, neutron and electron
A
P - 1
N - 1
E - 1/1836
2
Q
What is the realtive charge of a proton, neutron and electron
A
P - +1
N - 0
E - -1
3
Q
Where in the atom are the protons and neutrons found
A
The nucleus
4
Q
Where in the atom are the electrons found
A
Orbiting the nucleus in electron orbitals/shells
5
Q
What forces hold the protons and electrons together
A
Electrostatic force
6
Q
What forces hold the protons and neutrons together
A
Strong force
7
Q
What is the atomic number
A
Number of protons
8
Q
What is the mass number
A
Number of neutrons and protons
9
Q
What is the equation to deduce the number of neutrons in an atom
A
Mass number - Atomic Number (Z-A)
10
Q
What is the number of electrons equal to in a neutral atom
A
Number of protons
