Atomic Models Worksheet
Explore the basic concepts of atomic models and the structure of an atom with this Grade 6 science worksheet.
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Atomic Models Worksheet
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An atom is the basic unit of matter. For centuries, scientists have developed models to understand its structure. One common model is the Bohr model, which shows electrons orbiting a central nucleus.
1. What is the central part of an atom called?
Electron
Nucleus
Proton
Neutron
2. Which subatomic particle orbits the nucleus?
Proton
Neutron
Electron
Photon
3. The word 'atom' comes from the Greek word 'atomos', meaning .
4. Protons have a charge.
5. Neutrons have charge.
6. All atoms of the same element have the same number of protons.
True
False
7. Electrons are found inside the nucleus.
True
False
8. Briefly describe the main difference between a proton and an electron in terms of charge and location.