Atomic StructureAQA GCSE Physics (8463)

Atoms and Isotopes

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An atom's radius is about:
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Correct: option B
Atom ≈ 10⁻¹⁰ m.
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Charge of a proton:
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Proton +1; electron −1; neutron 0.
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Compared with the atom, the nucleus is approximately:
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Atom 10⁻¹⁰ m ; nucleus 10⁻¹⁵ m → 10⁵ times smaller.
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Mass of an electron compared with a proton:
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Correct: option C
Electron ~ 1/2000 proton mass.
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Electrons orbit:
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Correct: option B
Discrete energy levels (shells).
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When an electron drops to a lower energy level, it:
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Correct: option B
Drop down → emit photon of EM radiation.