Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Isotopes

Isotopes — practice question

Protons, neutrons and electrons are particles that are found in atoms.
(a)[2]

Complete Table 1.1 to show the relative mass and relative charge of a proton, a neutron and an electron.

(b(i))[2]

Define the term isotopes.

(b(ii))[1]

Explain why all isotopes of the same element have the same chemical properties.

(c)[5]

Complete Table 1.2.

(d)[1]

State the name of one more term that is defined as the total count of protons and neutrons in the nucleus of an atom.

(e)[2]

Calculate how many atoms are present in 2.00 g of argon. Give your answer in standard form.

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