Atomic Structure Flashcards

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What is an atom?

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An atom is the smallest particle of an element that still has the properties of that element.

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What is an atomic number?

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The number of protons in the nucleus of the atom

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What is a mass number?

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Number of protons + neutrons in the nucleus of an atom.

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