Element

An element is made up of atoms that are all of the same type.

  • Elements are the building blocks of matter.
  • Atoms are the particles that elements are composed of.
  • Each element consists of a unique type of atom.
  • Elements are represented by unique symbols, such as H for hydrogen and O for oxygen.
  • Each type of atom has a different number of protons in its nucleus.
  • The atomic number of an atom corresponds to the number of protons in its nucleus.
  • The Periodic Table is a comprehensive inventory of elements, arranged according to their atomic numbers.