science Flashcards
1
Q
what is an element
A
a substance that is made of only 1 atom
2
Q
what is a molecule
A
A group of atoms held together by chemical bond and act as a unit
3
Q
what is the center of a atom
A
nucleus
4
Q
what is a nucleus made of
A
protons and neutrons
5
Q
what is the rule for making a neutral atom
A
same number of protons and electrons