Matter & Materials Flashcards
1
Q
What are the Tiny particles that make up matter called?
A
Atom
2
Q
What 3 subatomic particles make up an atom
collective term?
A
Proton
electron
neutron
3
Q
What 3 subatomic particles make up an atom
collective term?
A
Proton
electron
neutron
Nuecleaons
4
Q
What is an element?
What is a compound?
What is a molecule?
A
Is composed of identical atoms.
Combination of 2 or more elements.(H2O)
Combination of 2 or more atoms.`
5
Q
Explain Corrosion and rusting
A
Corrosion results when certain metals react with oxygen to form metal oxide and rusting is the corrosion of iron.