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Atomic Structure and Ions
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Atomic Structure and Ions
🔬 Part 1: Atomic Particles
1. What are the three main particles that make up an atom?
Protons, neutrons, electrons
Protons, ions, electrons
Neutrons, ions, molecules
Protons, neutrons, molecules
2. Which particle has a positive charge?
Electron
Neutron
Proton
Ion
3. Complete the table by filling in the missing charges:
Proton charge: ___________
Neutron charge: ___________
Electron charge: ___________
4. Where are electrons found in an atom?
⚡ Part 2: Ion Formation
5. An ion forms when an atom:
Gains or loses protons
Gains or loses neutrons
Gains or loses electrons
Changes its nucleus
6. If a sodium atom loses one electron, what charge will the ion have?
Charge: ___________
Ion symbol: Na___________
7. If a chlorine atom gains one electron, what charge will the ion have?
Charge: ___________
Ion symbol: Cl___________
8. Explain in your own words how an ion forms:
Sentence starter: An ion forms when...
🎯 Part 3: Apply Your Knowledge
9. Draw a simple diagram of a neutral atom showing the nucleus and electrons:
10. Extension Challenge: Explain why atoms form ions. What advantage does this give them?
11. Real-world Connection: Name one place where you might find ions in everyday life:
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