Atoms and Compounds Flashcards
1
Q
Name the three types of particle
A
Protons
Neutrons
Electrons
2
Q
What is the MASS NUMBER?
A
Total number of neutrons and protons
(The bigger number)
Electrons aren’t counted because their relative mass is very small
3
Q
What is the ATOMIC NUMBER?
A
The number of protons (and electrons)
4
Q
How are COMPOUNDS bonded?
A
They are chemically bonded
5
Q
What is a COMPOUND?
A
Compounds are formed when ATOMS of TWO OR MORE elements are CHEMICALLY COMBINED together
6
Q
Can you separate compound’s elements?
A
It is very difficult
