The Proton

By Fred Bortz

Book Overview

The most basic subatomic particle, the proton carries a positive charge. It and the neutron make up the nucleus of an atom. This book explains the discovery of the proton and how it determines the unique chemical and physical characteristics of different elements.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0823945324
• ISBN13: 9780823945320
• Release Date: February 2004
• Publisher: Rosen Young Adult
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.5" x 9.3"
• Age Range: 12 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 7 to 12