Ions , Isotopes And Atoms Flashcards
To know the difference and definition and what they do (10 cards)
1
Q
What is an ion?
A
An atom which has lost or gained electrons
2
Q
What is an isotope
A
A version of a particular element that has a different number of neutrons
3
Q
What is an atom
A
A small, invisible charged particle
4
Q
What subatomic particle do ions involve
A
Electrons
5
Q
What subatomic particle do isotopes involve
A
Neutrons
6
Q
Whaat does the mass number show us
A
Protons + neutrons
7
Q
What does the atomic number show us
A
Number of protons
8
Q
Can an isotope also be an ion?
A
Isotopes can gain or loose electrons to become ions
9
Q
What is the difference between an atom and an ion
A
Atoms have a neutral overall charge whereas ions usually have a charge and are simply just atoms which have bonded and gained or lost electrons
10
Q
What are cations
A
Positive ions
