CAIE IGCSE Physics 5.1.2.7 Relationship Between the Proton Number Questions

Learn to identify particle charge and compare neutral atom structures.

Syllabus
2026–2028
Course
Physics 0625

Exam points

  • identify electrons, protons and neutrons in atomic structure diagrams
  • state and compare the relative charges of atomic particles
  • use neutrality and particle counts to interpret atomic diagrams

CAIE IGCSE Physics 5.1.2.7 Relationship Between the Proton Number Questions question 1

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The notation represents the nucleus of a gold atom.

\section*{197 \\ 97Au{ }_{9}^{7} \mathrm{Au}}

The relative charge on a proton is +1 .
What is the relative charge on the gold nucleus?

A

+79

B

+118

C

+197

D

+276

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