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Inquiry Into Life, 16e, Mader
Chapter 2 The Molecules of Cells
1) If an element has an atomic number of 12, how many electrons are in its outermost shell?
A) 1
B) 10
C) 8
D) 2
E) 12
Answer: D
Explanation: Two electrons fill the innermost shell and eight fill the next, leaving two for the
outermost shell.
Section: 02.01
Topic: Atomic Structure
Bloom’s: 3. Apply
Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Learning Outcome: 02.01.01 Describe how protons, neutrons, and electrons relate to atomic
structure.
2) The nucleus of an atom contains
A) neutrons and electrons.
B) electrons only.
C) protons, neutrons, and electrons.
D) protons and neutrons.
E) neutrons only.
Answer: D
Explanation: The nucleus contains protons and neutrons; electrons orbit the nucleus.
Section: 02.01
Topic: Atomic Structure
Bloom’s: 1. Remember
Accessibility: Keyboard Navigation
Learning Outcome: 02.01.01 Describe how protons, neutrons, and electrons relate to atomic
structure.
