5.1 Study Guide Flashcards
What is the position/mass/charge/function of protons?
In the nucleus, 1 amu, +1 charge, provides the attractant that binds the atomic electrons.
What is the position/mass/charge/function of Neutrons?
In the nucleus, 1 amu, 0 charge, helps stabilize the nucleus
What is the position/mass/charge/function of
Outside of the nucleus, 0 amu, -1 charge, attracts particles with a positive charge and repels particles with a negative charge.
Definition of isotope?
Atoms of the same element with different masses.
Which charges attract or repel?
Opposite charges attract and the same charges repel
What is the relationship between coulombic attraction and the amount of charge?
They are directly related.
What is the relationship between coulombic attraction and distance?
They are inversely related
