yes.Hydrous Caperilla said:can I assume they are infinitely seperated
Electrons are located in different energy levels or orbitals around the nucleus of an atom. These orbitals can be thought of as "shells" that surround the nucleus.
The location of electrons in an atom is determined by the number of protons in the nucleus and the overall charge of the atom. This is because electrons are attracted to the positively charged nucleus and are distributed in a way that balances out the overall charge of the atom.
The locations of electrons and protons in an atom determine the element's atomic number, which in turn affects its properties such as reactivity, melting point, and conductivity. The arrangement of electrons in an atom also influences its chemical and physical properties.
Electrons can change their location within an atom by gaining or losing energy and moving to a different energy level. Protons, on the other hand, are located in the nucleus and cannot change their location within an atom.
No, the number of electrons and protons in an atom can vary depending on the element. However, for neutral atoms, the number of protons is always equal to the number of electrons, as the positive and negative charges balance out.