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Inside the Atom
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the three main subatomic particles that make up an atom? | Protons, neutrons, and electrons |
| What charge does a cation carry? | Positive charge |
| What happens to an atom when it gains an electron? | It becomes a negatively charged ion (anion) |
| What is the primary function of electrons in an atom? | They create an electron cloud around the nucleus. |
| What is a molecule? | A group of two or more atoms bonded together. |
| What occurs during nuclear decay? | An unstable atomic nucleus emits particles and energy. |
| What determines the atomic number of an element? | The number of protons in the nucleus. |
| Which of the following describes an anion? | A negatively charged ion that has gained electrons. |
| What is the process called when an unstable atomic nucleus emits particles and energy? | Nuclear decay |
| What is a crystal lattice? | A three-dimensional structure formed by a repeating pattern of atoms or molecules. |
| Which of the following is a common application of carbon dating? | Determining the age of ancient organic materials, such as fossils. |
| What defines a radioisotope? | An isotope that is unstable and undergoes radioactive decay. |