Atomic Theory Flashcards
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Nucleus
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central part of an atom, made up of protons and neutrons; roundish structure inside a cell that acts as the control centre for the cell
2
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Protons
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positively charged particles found in the nucleus of an atom
3
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Neutrons
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particles with no electrical charge that are found in the nucleus of an atom
4
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Electrons
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negatively charged, very light particles in an atom. Electrons move around the nucleus of the atom
5
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Isotope
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Same element, different atomic mass
6
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Stable
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Not likely to give away
7
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Unstable
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Likely to give away
8
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Radioisotope
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A radioactive isotope
