Atoms are tiny particles of matter that are made up of three particles: protons, neutrons, and electrons. The Element Builder Gizmo shows an atom with a single proton. The proton is located in the center of the atom, called the nucleus.
1. Use the arrow buttons to add protons, neutrons, and electrons to the atom. Press Play.
A. Which particles are located in the nucleus?
B. Which particles orbit around the nucleus?
C. Turn on Show element name. What causes the element name to change?
Protons: 1
Neutrons: 0
Electrons: 0
Ionized
Stable