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If we start with a neutral atom by itself, we know that there will be a positive nucleus with a negative, circular electron cloud around it. The electron cloud is circular (spherical in 3D) because it is equally likely that the electrons are anywhere around the nucleus (shown in Figure 2a/ | If we start with a neutral atom by itself, we know that there will be a positive nucleus with a negative, circular electron cloud around it. The electron cloud is circular (spherical in 3D) because it is equally likely that the electrons are anywhere around the nucleus (shown in Figure 2a/ | ||
- | **What would change about our atom if we put a charge next to a neutral atom?** | + | //What would change about our atom if we put a charge next to a neutral atom?// |
The electrons cannot leave their nucleus (unless [[https:// | The electrons cannot leave their nucleus (unless [[https:// | ||
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=== Insulators === | === Insulators === | ||
- | An insulator is an object or material where the electrons are tightly bound to the nucleus. This means that the electrons in an insulator can only move very small amounts and must stay close to their nuclei. | + | An insulator is an object or material where the electrons are tightly bound to the nucleus. This means that the electrons in an insulator can only move very small amounts and must stay close to their nuclei. **Charges cannot move freely through an insulator.** Common insulators include: plastic, glass, rubber, paper, wood, etc. |
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