Multiple Choice
Which atomic particles are found in a unique cloud outside of the nucleus of the atom?
2. Atoms & Elements
Subatomic Particles
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What is the charge and location of an electron in an atom?
A
Negative charge, located in the electron cloud
B
Neutral charge, located in the electron cloud
C
Positive charge, located in the nucleus
D
Negative charge, located in the nucleus
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Understand that an electron is a subatomic particle with a specific charge and location within an atom.
Recall that electrons have a negative charge. This is a fundamental property of electrons, distinguishing them from other subatomic particles like protons and neutrons.
Recognize that electrons are not located in the nucleus of an atom. Instead, they are found in regions around the nucleus known as the electron cloud.
The electron cloud is a region where electrons are likely to be found, and it represents the area of space around the nucleus where electrons move.
Combine this information to conclude that electrons have a negative charge and are located in the electron cloud, which is outside the nucleus.
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