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The Atom quiz #4 Flashcards

The Atom quiz #4
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  • How do nuclear force and electrostatic force affect the stability of an atomic nucleus?
    Nuclear force binds protons and neutrons together in the nucleus, while electrostatic force tries to push protons apart due to their positive charges. For a stable nucleus, the nuclear force must be greater than the electrostatic force.
  • What are the four primary parts of an atom discussed in general chemistry?
    The four primary parts are the nucleus, protons, neutrons, and electrons.
  • Where are protons and neutrons located within the atom?
    Protons and neutrons are located in the nucleus at the center of the atom.
  • What charge do protons, neutrons, and electrons each carry?
    Protons have a positive charge, neutrons have no charge, and electrons have a negative charge.
  • How does the size of the nucleus compare to the overall size of the atom?
    The nucleus is extremely small relative to the total volume of the atom.
  • What role do neutrons play in the stability of the nucleus?
    Neutrons act as the glue that helps keep the positively charged protons together in the nucleus.
  • What is the nuclear force and what does it do?
    The nuclear force is the force within the nucleus that pulls together protons and neutrons.
  • What is the electrostatic force in the context of the atomic nucleus?
    The electrostatic force is the force that tries to push protons apart due to their like positive charges.
  • What condition must be met for a nucleus to be stable?
    For a stable nucleus, the nuclear force must be greater than the electrostatic force.
  • What happens if the electrostatic force becomes greater than the nuclear force in a nucleus?
    If the electrostatic force is greater, the nucleus can break down and be destroyed.