Atoms and Elements 0.0 / 5 ? ChemistryAtomsGCSEAQA Created by: NatashaFroggattCreated on: 09-04-14 19:47 The Nucleus Its in the middle of the atom Contains protons and neutrons Protons are positively charged Neutrons have no charge Nucleus has positive charge overall Tiny compared to rest of atom 1 of 3 The Electrons Move around the nucleus Negatively charged Small but cover a lot of space Occupy shells surrounding nucleus 2 of 3 Atom in General No charge overall Size of electron and proton charges are the same Number of Protons = Number of Electrons If electrons are added or removed then atom becomes charged A charged atom is called an ion. 3 of 3
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