Exploring Atomic Structure
10th Grade · Science · 39 min
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Learning Objective
I can describe the structure of an atom, including the location and charge of protons, neutrons, and electrons.
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Atoms are made of three types of tiny particles called protons, electrons, and neutrons.
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The number of protons in an atom is also called its atomic number, which determines the element.
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The strong nuclear force between neutrons and protons holds the nucleus together, preventing positively charged protons from pushing each other out of the atom.
