Electrical activity of an atom

In summary, the electrical activity of an atom is the movement of electrons, similar to how they move in a light bulb. The light bulb is a reaction process where the resistance of the filament and the voltage through the circuit contribute to illumination.
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the electrical activity of an atom is the same electricity of a light bulb?
 
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AH020387 said:
the electrical activity of an atom is the same electricity of a light bulb?
What do mean by electrical activity of an atom? In general electricity is described by electron motion - for example in a light bulb, the electrons move around fast enough to heat up the filament.
 
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Not to question you sir but isn't the light bulb a reaction process where the resistance of the filament and the amount of voltage through the circuit (not the speed in which electrons move around) is the reason for illumination?
 
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DarinBrett said:
Not to question you sir but isn't the light bulb a reaction process where the resistance of the filament and the amount of voltage through the circuit (not the speed in which electrons move around) is the reason for illumination?
You're probably right. What I have in mind is that the electrons are jittering, so as you increase voltage they jitter more.
 

1. What is electrical activity of an atom?

The electrical activity of an atom refers to the movement of electrons within the atom, which creates an electric charge. This movement of electrons is essential for various chemical reactions and the functioning of electronic devices.

2. How is electrical activity of an atom measured?

The electrical activity of an atom is measured using a unit called the electric charge, which is represented by the symbol "q". This charge is measured in Coulombs (C), and it represents the amount of electrons moving through a conductor in one second.

3. What factors affect the electrical activity of an atom?

The electrical activity of an atom can be affected by various factors such as the number of electrons present in the outermost energy level, the distance between the nucleus and the electrons, and the type of atoms present in the molecule.

4. How does electrical activity of an atom contribute to the formation of chemical bonds?

The electrical activity of an atom plays a crucial role in the formation of chemical bonds. Atoms with opposite charges (positive and negative) are attracted to each other, forming ionic bonds. Similarly, atoms with similar charges (positive and positive or negative and negative) share electrons, forming covalent bonds.

5. Can the electrical activity of an atom be manipulated?

Yes, the electrical activity of an atom can be manipulated by adding or removing electrons through processes such as ionization and electronegativity. This manipulation of electrical activity can have significant impacts on the physical and chemical properties of a substance.

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