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Structure of the Atom — Click to Explore

Part of Atomic Structure · GCSE GCSE Chemistry revision

This diagram covers Structure of the Atom — Click to Explore within Atomic Structure for GCSE Chemistry. Revise Atomic Structure in Atomic Structure for GCSE Chemistry with 25 exam-style questions and 22 flashcards. This topic appears less often, but it can still be a useful differentiator on mixed-topic papers. It is section 3 of 14 in this topic. Focus on the labels, the relationships between parts, and the explanation that turns the diagram into an exam-ready answer.

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Section 3 of 14

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25 questions

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22 flashcards

🔬 Structure of the Atom — Click to Explore

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The History of Atomic Models How the Atomic Model Developed Through Experiments The Incredible Shrinking Journey The Three Subatomic Particles

Practice Questions for Atomic Structure

What does the atomic number of an element tell you?

A. The number of neutrons in the nucleus
B. The total mass of the atom
C. The number of protons in the nucleus
D. The number of electrons in the outer shell

1 markfoundation

Explain what is meant by the relative atomic mass of an element and how it is calculated from isotopic data. [3 marks]

3 marksstandard

Quick Recall Flashcards

What are nucleons?

Particles in the nucleus — protons and neutrons together

What is the mass number?

The total number of protons + neutrons in an atom

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The History of Atomic Models

How the Atomic Model Developed Through Experiments