Physics 0625 · IGCSE · The nuclear model of the atom

The nuclear model of the atom — practice question

The nucleus of atom X is shown using the notation below. $^P_Q X$ How many protons are present in this nucleus, and how many neutrons does it contain?

  • Anumber of protons: $P$, number of neutrons: $Q$
  • Bnumber of protons: $P$, number of neutrons: $Q - P$
  • Cnumber of protons: $Q$, number of neutrons: $P$
  • Dnumber of protons: $Q$, number of neutrons: $P - Q$

Worked solution & mark scheme

This 1-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme.

  • Full mark scheme, point by point
  • Step-by-step worked solution
  • Write your answer & get it marked instantly by AI