Grade 6 Atoms & Elements Quiz

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Sixth-grade atoms and elements treats an atom as the smallest unit of an element that still is that element. The nucleus holds protons and neutrons. Electrons occupy space around the nucleus. The atomic number is the number of protons and identifies the element. Molecules are atoms bonded together.

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What you practice

These are the Grade 6 Atoms & Elements skills this quiz is built around.

Name protons, neutrons, and electrons and where they are in an atom.
Use atomic number as the count of protons that identifies an element.
Tell an atom of an element from a molecule made of more than one atom.

A useful tip

Atomic number is protons, not the mass number. Carbon is carbon because it has 6 protons. Changing electrons can make an ion; changing protons makes a different element.

Frequently asked questions

What does Grade 6 Atoms & Elements practice?

Practice includes: Name protons, neutrons, and electrons and where they are in an atom; Use atomic number as the count of protons that identifies an element; Tell an atom of an element from a molecule made of more than one atom.

Is the Grade 6 Atoms & Elements quiz free?

Yes. This quiz is free to play without signing up. Sign in to save your scores and progress.

What game modes can I use?

Classic has a timer; Trivi gives three hearts; Learn is untimed with no score.