Periodic Table

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What is an electron?

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A negatively charged subatomic particle that orbits the nucleus of an atom.

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What does the number 12.011 represent in the periodic table?

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Atomic mass of the element.

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What is a neutron?

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A subatomic particle contained in the nucleus of an atom, having the same mass as a proton but no electrical charge.

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What is a proton?

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The positively charged subatomic particle contained in the nucleus of an atom.

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What type of element is Silicon?

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Silicon is a metalloid, having properties of both metals and nonmetals.

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What is the atomic number?

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The number of protons in the nucleus of an atom, which determines the element's identity.

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What is a chemical symbol?

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A one or two-letter abbreviation used to represent an element on the periodic table.

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What are metalloids?

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Elements that have properties of both metals and nonmetals, typically found along the zig-zag line on the periodic table.

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What is the significance of the periodic table?

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It organizes elements based on their atomic number, electron configuration, and recurring chemical properties.

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What is the difference between metals and nonmetals?

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Metals are typically shiny, conductive, and malleable, while nonmetals are dull, insulative, and brittle.