Nuclide notation Flashcards

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Q

Why is the number of electrons= number of protons ?

A

Because atoms are neutral.

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what are the three things shown on the atomic symbol notation?

A

On the top left there is the mass number, at the bottom left there is the atomic number and on the right side there is a the symbol of the element.

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3
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What can be calculated from an atomic symbol notation?

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The number of protons, neutrons and electrons can be calculated from an atom symbol.

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How do you calculate the number of protons in the atomic symbol notation?

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The atomic number is equal to the number of protons.

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How do you calculate the number of electrons in the atomic symbol notation?

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The number of electron is equal to the number of protons .

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How do you calculate the number of neutrons in the atomic symbol notation?

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The number of neutrons is equal to the mass number-atomic number.

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