Bill Nye Atoms

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What is an atom?

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An atom is the smallest unit of matter that retains the properties of an element.

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What are protons?

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Protons are positively charged particles found in the nucleus of an atom.

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What are neutrons?

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Neutrons are neutral particles found in the nucleus of an atom.

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What are electrons?

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Electrons are negatively charged particles that orbit the nucleus of an atom.

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What is the nucleus of an atom?

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The nucleus is the central part of an atom, containing protons and neutrons.

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What is the atomic number?

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The atomic number is the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom, which determines the element.

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What is a chemical compound?

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A chemical compound is a substance formed when two or more elements are chemically bonded together.

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What is NaCl?

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NaCl is the chemical formula for table salt, which is made of sodium (Na) and chlorine (Cl).

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What is the difference between an element and a compound?

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An element is a pure substance made of only one type of atom, while a compound is made of two or more different types of atoms.

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What is a molecule?

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A molecule is a group of two or more atoms bonded together.