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Yes, because an electron is negatively charged, and opposite charges repel.

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What particles might be found in shells around a nucleus?

The particles found in the area surrounding the nucleus are called electrons. Electrons are attracted to the protons in the nucleus, but are repelled from other electrons. This is why they can be found orbiting the nucleus.


How do you know that atom is mostly empty space?

The electrons are repelled by the protons, which causes then to be farther away. If the nucleus was the size of a marble, then the atom would be the size of a football stadium. Correction: Electrons are not repelled by the protons but are attracted to them. Opposite charges attract.


What is the factor that affects the atomic number in an element?

More shielding of the outer electrons by the inner electrons is the most important factor that affects the atomic number in an element. A valence electron in an atom is attracted to the nucleus of an atom and is repelled by the other electrons in the atom. The inner electrons shield the outer electrons from the attraction of the nucleus and cause the atomic radius to be larger.


How does shielding effect decrease the force of electrostatic attractions between nucleus and outermost electrons?

The shielding effect occurs when inner-shell electrons partially block the electrostatic attraction between the positively charged nucleus and the outermost electrons. This results in a reduced effective nuclear charge experienced by the outer electrons, as they are repelled by the inner electrons. Consequently, the strength of the electrostatic attraction diminishes, making it easier for outer electrons to be removed or to participate in bonding. As a result, the outermost electrons are less tightly held by the nucleus.


Why d orbital show poor shielding effect?

the electrons in d orbital push the electrons of s and p orbitals more away from themselves i.e push them inward (towards the nucleus) thereby making the nucleus to exert more pull on these repelled electron which in turn cause the other electrons of outer shells to come more closer to the nucleus; thus the size of the atom as a whole start shrinking. the electrons in d orbital push the electrons of s and p orbitals more away from themselves i.e push them inward (towards the nucleus) thereby making the nucleus to exert more pull on these repelled electron which in turn cause the other electrons of outer shells to come more closer to the nucleus; thus the size of the atom as a whole start shrinking.


Does electrons make up an atom nucleus?

No, the electrons are around the nucleus, not in the nucleus.


Where are the protons neutrons and electron located in the atom?

Protons and neutrons are located within the nucleus. Electrons are revolving around the nucleus.


Which parts of the atom move around the nucleous?

Electrons. They have a negative charge.


Boron has how many electrons in the nuclei?

No atom has its electrons in its nucleus, and boron has five electrons around its nucleus.


What all neutral atoms lack?

Neutral atoms lack a net charge, meaning they have an equal number of protons and electrons. This balanced charge prevents them from being attracted or repelled by external electric fields.


Are the number of electrons in the nucleus of an atom that element's atomic number?

There are no electrons in the nucleus of an atom, the electrons are in the orbitals around and outside the nucleus.There are no electrons in the nucleus of an atom, the electrons are in the orbitals outside and around the nucleus.


Are electrons next to the nucleus?

No, electrons are around nucleus but at a great distance.