3.2 atomic structure Flashcards
1
Q
which 3 subatomic particles make up an atom
A
protons
neutrons
electrons
2
Q
relative charge of protons, neutrons, electrons
A
protons -> +1
neutrons -> 0
electrons -> -1
3
Q
relative mass of protons, neutrons, electrons
A
protons -> 1
neutrons -> 1
electrons -> 0.0005
4
Q
what are the most stable atoms called and why are they stable
A
the noble gasses, they have a full outer electron shell