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Science 10 chapter 6 set two
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10th Grade
10/14/2011

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Neutron
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An uncharged subatomic particle contained within the nucleus of an atom; similar in mass to a proton.
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Nucleus
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The dense centre of an atom; part of an atom containing all of the positive charge and almost all of the mass of the atom.
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Paired electrons
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Two electrons together in an electron shell.
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Physical property
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A property of a substance that can be observed through the senses, measured, or calculated.
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Proton
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A positively charged subatomic particle contained within the nucleus of an atom; has an electric charge of +1; stable when outside of the nucleus.
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Pure substance
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A substance that has identical properties in every sample; also called a substance.
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Subatomic particle
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Any of the parts that make up the atom; includes electrons, protons, and neutrons.
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