This book answers questions about atoms and molecules and explains why it is important for scientists to study them.

Title proper from title frame. Includes index. Includes glossary. Book description - 24 p. : col. ill. ; 21 cm.

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?.