Simple Model of the Atom (OCR GCSE Chemistry A (Gateway Science Suite)): Flashcards
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What is an element?
What is an element?
A substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means
What role do elements play?
What role do elements play?
Fundamental building blocks of all materials
What does an element contain?
What does an element contain?
Only one type of atom
What determines the type of element?
What determines the type of element?
The number of protons in the nucleus
What atoms are in copper wire?
What atoms are in copper wire?
Only copper atoms
What atoms make up diamond?
What atoms make up diamond?
Only carbon atoms
What atoms are in chlorine gas?
What atoms are in chlorine gas?
Only chlorine atoms