Subatomic Particles Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
Where is the number of protons found in an element?
A
The atomic number
2
Q
Where is the number of electrons found in an element?
A
The atomic number
3
Q
Where is the number of neutrons found in an element?
A
The number of protons + the
4
Q
Where is the number of neutrons found in an element?
A
The mass number - the atomic number
5
Q
40 - Mass number
Ca
Calcium
20 - atomic number
How many neutrons?
A
20
6
Q
mass | charge
Proton | ? | ?
Neutron| ? | ?
Electron| ? | ?
A
mass | charge
Proton | one | positive
Neutron| one | no charge
Electron|no mass| negative
