Structure of the atom Flashcards

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Where are protons and neutrons located

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Both protons and neutrons are tightly packed in the nucleus of the atom

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Where are electrons located

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Electrons are moving in regions of space around the nucleus, this is called an Electron cloud

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Neutral atoms

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Same number of electrons as protons

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What is the Atomic number

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Is the number of protons in an element,

If a Neutral atom there will be the same amount of electrons as protons

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What is atomic mass

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Atomic mass is the number of protons and neutrons added together.

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