Number of Electrons Equals Number of Protons Flashcards

1
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What is the charge of a neutral atom?

A

No charge overall

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What is the charge on the electrons the same size as?

A

The charge on the protons - but opposite

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What is the number of electrons always equal to in neutral atoms?

A

The number of protons

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4
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What happens is some electrons are added or removed?

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The atom becomes charged and is then an ion

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