Question

When creating a model of an atom, how can you distinguish between protons and neutrons? Responses Draw neutrons in the nucleus of the atom and protons orbiting around them. Draw neutrons in the nucleus of the atom and protons orbiting around them. - no response given Draw protons in the nucleus of the atom and neutrons orbiting around them. Draw protons in the nucleus of the atom and neutrons orbiting around them. - no response given Label neutrons with a negative sign and protons with a positive sign. Label neutrons with a negative sign and protons with a positive sign. - no response given Label protons with a positive sign and neutrons with a zero.

Answer 1

When creating a model of an atom, the best way to distinguish between protons and neutrons is to label them according to their electric charge. Here’s how they can be represented in a model:

1. Protons: These are positively charged particles. You can label each proton with a positive sign (+).

2. Neutrons: These particles have no electric charge (they are neutral). You can label each neutron with a zero (0) or indicate that they are neutral by not adding any charge label.

In a typical atomic model, protons and neutrons are found in the nucleus of the atom, while electrons (which have a negative charge) orbit around the nucleus.

Therefore, the correct way to distinguish protons and neutrons in an atomic model is to label protons with a positive sign and neutrons with a zero.