This book answers questions about atoms and molecules and explains why it is important for scientists to study them.
General Note
Title proper from title frame.
Includes index.
Includes glossary.
Book description - 24 p. : col. ill. ; 21 cm.
Content Note
It's physical! - What are atoms anyway? - Does an atom have parts? - What is at the center of an atom? - Where are the electrons? - Does the number of parts in an atom matter? - Do the different kinds of atoms have names? - Where can I find the names of the elements? - Could you charge it, please? - Do atoms have an overall charge? - Do atoms ever join together? - What kinds of bonds are there? - What are bonded atoms called? - Are the atoms in molecules always the same? - How many atoms are in a molecule? - What do those letters and numbers mean? - What is an organic compound? - When were atoms discovered? - Who discovered electrons and protons? - How do scientists study atoms and molecules today? - Why are atoms and molecules important?.