Element vocab Flashcards

1
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Atom

A

The basic unit of matter

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2
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Atomic number

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The number of protons in the nucleus of an atom

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3
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Electron

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A negatively charged particle that moves around the nucleus.

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4
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Electron dot diagram

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A diagram that shows the element symbol surrounded by dots
representing valence electrons.

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5
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Element

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A pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by
ordinary chemical means.

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6
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Energy level

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A particular region where electrons can orbit a nucleus.

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7
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Ion

A

An atom or molecule that has an electrical charge because it has gained or lost
electrons.

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8
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Isotope

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One of several forms of the same element.

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9
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Mass number

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The number of protons plus neutrons in the nucleus of an atom.

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10
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Neutron

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A particle with no charge located in the nucleus of an atom.

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10
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Nucleus

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The positively charged, dense center of an atom

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11
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Periodic table

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A chart that organizes the chemical elements based on their properties.

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12
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Proton

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A positively charged particle located in the nucleus of an atom.

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13
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Radioactive

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Capable of releasing radiation.

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14
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Valence electrons

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Electrons found in the outermost energy level of an atom.

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