8.2 Summary Notes - Nuclead Notation Flashcards
1
Q
The number of what and what are equal in the nucleus of a neutral atom?
A
Protons and neutrons.
2
Q
Atomic number
A
The number of protons in the nucleus of an atom
3
Q
Atomic mass (mass number)
A
The total number of protons and neutrons in an atom
4
Q
Nucleons
A
Refer to the protons and neutrons in an atoms nucleus
5
Q
Isotopes
A
Atomic nuclei that have the same number of protons but different number of neutrons
6
Q
Transmutation
A
The process of changing one element into another
7
Q
What is the nucleus of an atom represent with in nuclear notation?
A
A
X
Z
Z = A - N
A (atomic mass number total neutrons and protons)
X (element)
Z (atomic number number of protons in the nucleus)
N (number of neutrons in the nucleus)
