c1 - atomic structure Flashcards by Daisy Barker | Brainscape

Q

what does the atomic number of an element tell us?

A

number of protons

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Q

what does the mass number of an element tell us?

A

number of protons and neutrons

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Q

how do we find out the number of neutrons in an element?

A

mass no - atomic no

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