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Learn about the basic components of an atom - protons, neutrons, electrons and how they contribute to the atomic structure, charges, and characteristics. Discover how to determine mass number, atomic number, and symbol meanings.
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Charges • Protons- positive (+) • Neutrons-neutral (0) • Electrons- negative (-)
Protons • Protons have a positive charge (+) • They are found inside of the nucleus
Neutrons • Neutrons have a neutral charge (0) • They are found inside of the nucleus with the protons
Electrons • Electrons have a negative charge (-) • They are orbiting outside of the nucleus
What It Tells You • Mass Number- protons plus neutrons; bigger number • Atomic Number- protons or electrons; smaller number • Symbol- abbreviated name; letters
Questions • 1. What is the charge of the electron? • 2. Where is the proton found? • 3. How do you find the atomic number in an element? • 4. What does the symbol tell you in an element?