Atomic Structure

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Objective

I can describe the basic structure of an atom, including the location and charge of protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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Warm-up video

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Practice

7 questions

1

Describe the location of protons, neutrons, and electrons within an atom.

2

What are the electric charges of protons, neutrons, and electrons?

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Exit ticket

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What is the location and charge of a proton within an atom? What is the location and charge of a neutron within an atom?

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