Elements Flashcards
1
Q
What is the mass number?
A
The number of protons and neutrons together. Bigger number
2
Q
What is an element?
A
It is a substance that makes up of just ONE TYPE of atom. E.g. Oxygen, hydrogen, and iron.
3
Q
What’s a monatomic element?
A
They are stable as only one atom. e.g. Neon,argon and helium.
4
Q
What is a molecular element?
A
More than one atom bonded together.
5
Q
What’s a lattice?
A
They are atoms that have formed a grid. Metals and crystals.
6
Q
What is atomic number?
A
It tells you how many protons are in the atom. Usually the smaller number
