Exploring Atomic Structure
8th Grade · Science · 40 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 the basic building blocks of matter and determine the properties of all substances.
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The nucleus of an atom contains protons, which have a positive charge, and neutrons, which have no charge.
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Electrons have a negative charge and orbit the nucleus in specific energy levels or shells.
