Chapter 4 -- Atoms Flashcard REVIEW

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What part of the atom has a negative charge?

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

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An element found in nature is called ____________________________________.

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A natural element is a substance that occurs naturally and is not man-made.

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If an atom has 35 protons in the nucleus, how many electrons will it have orbiting the nucleus?

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An atom with 35 protons will have 35 electrons orbiting the nucleus, maintaining electrical neutrality.

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An element is made of only one kind of _____________________________.

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An element is made of only one kind of atom.

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The word a’tomos comes from this language ___________________________

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The word a’tomos comes from Greek, meaning 'indivisible'.

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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 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, contributing to its mass.

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What is an atom?

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An atom is the smallest unit of an element, consisting of a nucleus surrounded by electrons.

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What is a compound?

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A compound is a substance formed when two or more different elements chemically bond together.