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The Basics of Atoms
AJDS Pent Work Section 1
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is an atom? | The basic building block of all matter. |
| What is matter? | Anything that has mass and takes up space. |
| Where is the nucleus located at? | At the center of the atom. |
| What is a proton? | A positively charged particle. |
| What is a neutron? | A neutral particle which has no charge. |
| What is an electron? | A negatively charge particle. |
| Who was the first person to use the word "atom". | The Greek philosopher Democritus. |
| Which part of the atom has the most mass? | The nucleus. |
| Who found the electrons? | J. J. Thomson |
| What is the lightest part of an atom? | Electrons |
| What is within an atom? | Protons, Electrons, and Neutrons. |
| What is the Greek meaning of the word atom? | Indivisible |