Atomic Number
The atomic number of an element is the number of protons found in the nucleus of an atom. It is a unique identifier for each element and is used to arrange elements in the periodic table.
Key Points:
- The atomic number is represented by the symbol "Z".
- Elements with the same atomic number belong to the same chemical element.
- The atomic number determines the identity of an element and its chemical properties.
Importance:
Understanding the concept of atomic number is crucial in chemistry and physics. It helps in identifying elements, predicting their chemical behavior, and organizing them in the periodic table.
Study Tips:
- Memorize the atomic numbers of common elements.
- Practice using the periodic table to find the atomic number of different elements.
- Understand the relationship between atomic number and an element's position in the periodic table.
Example:
The atomic number of carbon is 6, which means it has 6 protons in its nucleus.
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Earth’s Systems
Use evidence to explain how different geologic processes shape Earth’s history over widely varying scales of space and time (e.g., chemical and physical erosion; tectonic plate processes; volcanic eruptions; meteor impacts; regional geographical features, including Alabama fault lines, Rickwood Caverns, and Wetumpka Impact Crater).
Provide evidence from data of the distribution of fossils and rocks, continental shapes, and seafloor structures to explain past plate motions.
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