The diagram shows a model of an atom. The model has four different symbols on it. Each symbol represents different role for one of the particles within the atom. Model Atom In this model, which particle determines the reactivity of this atom?

Chemistry

Question
The diagram shows a model of an atom. The model has four different symbols on it. Each symbol represents
different role for one of the particles within the atom.
Model Atom
In this model, which particle determines the reactivity of this atom?
Answer

The nucleus, represented by the symbol in the center of the model, determines the reactivity of the atom.

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The nucleus of an atom is composed of protons and neutrons, and the number of protons in the nucleus determines the element and the reactivity...
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