Atomic Structure Flashcards
1
Q
What is an atom
A
The smallest particle of an element that consists of electrons surrounding a nucleus that contains protons and neutrons
2
Q
What is the mass number
A
It is the larger number (nucleus)
3
Q
What is the atomic number
A
The smaller number (protons which are the same as electrons)
4
Q
How do you find out the neutrons
A
Mass number - atomic number
