SCIENCE ( Fundamental Components of the Atom )

Question 1

Every atom has a very dense, compact core
called the

Answer 1

nucleus

Question 2

have a positive electric charge

Answer 2

Protons

Question 3

have no electric charge

Answer 3

Neutrons

Question 4

The nucleus is surrounded by one or more particles
called

Answer 4

electrons

Question 5

is the total
number of protons and neutrons in a
nucleus.

Answer 5

mass number ( a )

Question 6

Each different possible “type” of atom is called an

Answer 6

Isotopes

Question 7

are negatively-charged particles found outside the
nucleus.

Answer 7

Electrons

Question 8

GAINED

Answer 8

ANTION

Question 9

LOST

Answer 9

CATION