chemistry terms

What is the atomic number?

The atomic number is the number of protons found in the nucleus of an atom, determining the element's identity.

What is a covalent bond?

A covalent bond is a chemical bond that involves the sharing of electron pairs between atoms.

What is the pH scale?

The pH scale is a measure of how acidic or basic a solution is, ranging from 0 (very acidic) to 14 (very basic). Neutral solutions have a pH of 7.

What is a catalyst?

A catalyst is a substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without undergoing any permanent chemical change.

What is an ion?

An ion is an atom or molecule that has gained or lost one or more electrons, resulting in a net electric charge.