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Matter 2
Subatomic Particles
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Proton | Positively charged subatomic particle with a mass of 1 a.m.u. |
| Neutron | Particle with a mass of 1 a.m.u. and no charge that adds mass and helps hold nucleus together |
| Electron | Negatively charged subatomic particle that is found outside of the nucleus |
| Quarks | Fundamental particles from which Protons and Neutrons are made |
| Atomic number | The number of protons in an atom |
| Chemical reactivity | Determined by the number and arrangement of electrons |
| Mass number | The number of protons and neutrons in an atom |