Atomic structure & the Periodic Table

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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, consisting of protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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How many protons does an atom with atomic number 25 have?

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25 protons.

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What is the charge of a neutral atom?

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A neutral atom has no overall charge, meaning the number of protons equals the number of electrons.

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What are valence electrons?

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Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell of an atom that are involved in chemical bonding.

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What is the oxidation number of elements in Group 17?

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The oxidation number of elements in Group 17 is -1.

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Which subatomic particle has a positive charge?

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Proton.

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What is the atomic number of an element?

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

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What are neutrons?

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Neutrons are subatomic particles found in the nucleus of an atom that have no charge.

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What is the significance of the Periodic Table?

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The Periodic Table organizes elements based on their atomic number, electron configuration, and recurring chemical properties.

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What do elements in the same group of the Periodic Table have in common?

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Elements in the same group have similar chemical properties and the same number of valence electrons.