Multiple Choice
Which subatomic particles are found in the nucleus of an atom?
2. Atoms & Elements
Subatomic Particles
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Which subatomic particle is primarily involved in the formation of chemical bonds?
A
Photon
B
Electron
C
Neutron
D
Proton
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Identify the subatomic particles involved in an atom: protons, neutrons, and electrons.
Understand the role of each subatomic particle: protons determine the element's identity, neutrons contribute to the atomic mass, and electrons are involved in chemical interactions.
Recognize that chemical bonds are formed through the interaction of electrons between atoms.
Recall that electrons are located in the outermost shell of an atom, known as the valence shell, and these valence electrons are responsible for forming chemical bonds.
Conclude that electrons are the subatomic particles primarily involved in the formation of chemical bonds.
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