ions, atoms and isotopes Flashcards
1
Q
define ‘relative atomic mass (Ar)’
A
the average relative mass of the isotopes of an element compared with the standard carbon atom (¹²C).
2
Q
Ar formula
A
Ar=(mass of first isotope × % of first isotope) + (mass of second isotope x % of second isotope) / 100
Ar=(%1 x Ar1) + (%2 x Ar2) / 100
3
Q
Metals lose (sub-atomic particle)
A
Metals lose electrons (“metals are losers”)