45 - Atoms and Elements Flashcards
1
Q
What is the charge of a proton?
A
Positive 1
2
Q
Which part of the atom has no charge (hint: neutral)
A
Neutrons
3
Q
What is the charge of an electron?
A
Negative 1
4
Q
What are energy shells?
A
The shells surrounding the atom where electrons reside
5
Q
What is the number of protons equal to?
A
The number of electrons
6
Q
How does an atom become an ion?
A
When electrons are added or removed and the atom is no longer neutral (becomes charged)
7
Q
What is an element?
A
A substance containing only one type of atom
8
Q
How can you find the number of protons in an element?
A
The atomic number (top corner)
9
Q
How do you find the number of neutrons?
A
The atomic mass subtract the atomic number
10
Q
Where would you find protons and neutrons?
A
Inside the nucleus of an atom
