An atom with a POSITIVE charge is called a(n) ___________
cation
The "octet rule" is an atoms ability to gain or lose electrons until it achieves ____ in its outter most orbital.
8
How many electrons does Ca +2 have?
18 e-
protons + neutrons
2
What is the mass number of carbon isotope with 7 neutrons?
13 ( C-13)
When the electrons have the same number of protons the atom is ______________
neutral
What is the correct scientifc notation for 0.00034 g ?
3.4 x 10-4 g
Mg, How many electrons are found in this element?
12 electrons
What has a mass number of 35, and atomic number of 17 , and 18 electrons?
35Cl -1
What is the correct scientific notation for: 23,450g ?
2.345 x 104 g
Isotope Xe-131 How many neutrons are in this element?
77 neutrons
What is group 18, that is the least reactive?
Nobel Gases
What part of the atom dictates how an atom will bond and chemically react with other atoms?
Outter most orbital / valance e-
Where is the majority of the mass in an atom found?
nucleus
What happens to the radius of an atom as you GO ACROSS a period?
It decreases
How many p, n, and e does K- 30 have?
Protons: 19 Neutrons: 11 Electrons: 19
What does the atomic number tell us about the element?
Number of protons ( identity)