Atomic Structures Flashcards
1
Q
Which charges attract?
A
+ & -
2
Q
Which charges repel?
A
+ & +, - & -
3
Q
Define Isotope
A
4
Q
What are valance electrons?
A
The electrons in the outermost shell of the atom
5
Q
What does the number of protons indicate?
A
The atomic number
6
Q
What does the number of protons and neutrons indicate?
A
The atomic mass
7
Q
What does the number of electrons and protons indicate?
A
The total charge
8
Q
What makes an isotope unstable?
A
Having an uneven number of protons to neutrons.
9
Q
How does distance affect force?
A
The greater the distance, the weaker the force.
10
Q
How does charge affect force
A
The greater the charge, the greater the force.
