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S8P1.a
Distinguish between atoms and molecules
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Atom | the smallest unit of an element that maintains the properties of that element |
| Element | a substance that cannot be separated or broken down into simpler substance by chemical means |
| Nucleus | in physical science,an atoms central region,which is made up of protons and neutrons |
| Proton | a subatomic particle that has a positive change and that is found in the nucleus of an atom |
| Neutron | a subatomic particle that has no change and that is found in the nucleus of an atom |
| Electron | a subatomic particle that have negative change |
| Atomic number | the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom |
| Neutral | having no overall change |
| Atomic mass | the mass of an atom expressed in atomic mass units |
| Chemical symbol | a one or two letter code that represents an element |