Atomic Structure Flashcards

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Flashcards to review the structure of atoms and subatomic particles.

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Subatomic Particles

Particles smaller than an atom, including protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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Atom

The smallest particle of an element that retains the chemical properties of that element.

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Element

A substance made up of only one type of atom.

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Proton

A subatomic particle found in the nucleus of an atom with a positive electric charge.

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Neutron

A subatomic particle found in the nucleus of an atom with no electric charge (neutral).

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Electron

A subatomic particle orbiting the nucleus of an atom with a negative electric charge.

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Nucleus

The central part of an atom, containing protons and neutrons, where most of the atom's mass is located.