What are atoms?
By Julia 8a
What are atoms?
Everything is made from atoms, including you. Atoms are tiny particles that are far too small to see, even with a microscope.
We usually imagine atoms as being like tiny balls:
The structure of the atom
At the center of the atom is the nucleus. The nucleus is made up of the protons and neutrons. The electrons spin in orbits around the outside of the nucleus.
The Nitrogen atom
In the nitrogen atom there are 7 neutrons protons and electrons.
The Helium atom
In the helium atom there are 2 neutrons, protons and electrons.
The Lithium atom
The lithium atom has 4 neutrons, 3 protons and 3 electrons.