Chapter 5: Atomic Structure (and Ions) Flashcards
1
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Relative charge
A
Proton: +1
Neutron: 0
Electron: -1
2
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Relative mass
A
Element: 1
Compound: 1
Mixture: 1/1840
3
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What are isotopes?
A
Isotopes are atoms of the same elements with the same number of protons but different number of neutrons
4
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Ionic bonding
A
When atoms lose or gain electrons, they form ions
5
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Covalent bonding
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When atoms share electrons, they form molecules
6
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What are Ions?
A
The 2 particles will have the same number of protons and neutrons but different number of electrons