Atomic Theory

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1. What is the charge of a proton and where is it located in an atom?

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Protons have a positive charge and are located in the nucleus of an atom, not orbiting around it or with a neutral/negative charge.

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2. What is the charge of a neutron and where is it located in an atom?

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A neutron is a subatomic particle with no charge, hence it is considered neutral. Neutrons are located in the nucleus of an atom along with protons.

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3. WHAT IS THE CHARGE OF AN ELECTRON? WHERE IS IT LOCATED IN AN ATOM?

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Electrons are negatively charged particles that are located in the electron cloud surrounding the nucleus of an atom. The incorrect answers provided do not accurately describe the charge and location of an electron within an atom.

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4. Draw a model of an atom, showing all parts.

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Drawing a model of an atom requires showing all its parts including the nucleus and electron cloud. Omitting any parts would not provide a complete representation of an atom.

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5. What was the significance of Rutherford's gold foil experiment?

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Rutherford's gold foil experiment provided evidence for the existence of the atomic nucleus and revealed that atoms are mostly empty space with a small, dense center.

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What is the charge of a proton and where is it located in an atom?
What is the charge of a neutron and where is it located in an atom?
WHAT IS THE CHARGE OF AN ELECTRON? WHERE IS IT LOCATED IN AN ATOM?
Draw a model of an atom, showing all parts.
What was the significance of Rutherford's gold foil experiment?
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