Ch2 - Molecules of Life Flashcards
1
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What is an element?
A
2
Q
What is an atom?
A
3
Q
What are the components of an atom?
A
4
Q
What does the atomic number represent?
A
5
Q
What does the atomic mass represent?
A
6
Q
Where are the subatomic particles located within an atom?
A
7
Q
What are the properties of an atom?( +/-/0)
A
8
Q
What is the shell model of an atom?
A
Explains the structure of atoms
9
Q
What are vacancies?
A
10
Q
How many electrons can be held within each shell of an atom?
A
11
Q
How does the Octet Rule help to determine bonding?
A
12
Q
Why are noble gases stable?
A
13
Q
How can we calculate the number of protons or neutrons found in a particular atom?
A
14
Q
How can we calculate the atomic mass (mass number) of a particular atom?
A
15
Q
What does it mean when an atom is neutral?
A
