Atomic structure Flashcards
1
Q
What is an atom?
A
The smallest particle of an element that contains electrons surrounding a nucleus that contains protons and neutrons
2
Q
What is a Molecule?
A
A group of 2 or more atoms chemically combined
3
Q
What is the atomic number?
A
The total number of protons in an atom
4
Q
What is the mass number?
A
The total number of protons and neutrons in an atom