Summative: Parts of an Atom

Front

What subatomic particle(s) would be found orbiting the nucleus?

Back

Electrons only

Front

What are the 3 subatomic particles that make up the atom?

Back

Protons, neutrons, and electrons

Front

What is the central region of an atom where its neutrons and protons are located?

Back

Nucleus

Front

Which subatomic particles contribute the most to the mass of an atom?

Back

Protons and Neutrons

Front

What is all matter made of?

Back

Atoms

Front

What is the charge of a proton?

Back

Positive

Front

What is the charge of a neutron?

Back

Neutral

Front

What is the charge of an electron?

Back

Negative

Front

Where are electrons located in an atom?

Back

In the electron cloud, orbiting the nucleus

Front

What is the mass of a proton compared to an electron?

Back

Protons are much heavier than electrons.