Practice Thomson's Model (1897) - 1.2 | Theme E: Nuclear and Quantum Physics | IB Grade 12 Diploma Programme Physics
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What particle did J.J. Thomson discover?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what was found in cathode ray experiments.

Question 2

Easy

What model did Thomson propose?

πŸ’‘ Hint: It compares the atom to a dessert!

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Question 1

Who discovered the electron?

  • A) Ernest Rutherford
  • B) J.J. Thomson
  • C) Niels Bohr

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about who worked with cathode rays.

Question 2

True or False: The plum pudding model indicates that electrons are distributed within a positively charged medium.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Visualize the dessert analogy.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Evaluate how the discovery of the electron by Thomson set the stage for future advancements in atomic theory.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the implications of having charged particles within atoms.

Question 2

Discuss the flaws in the plum pudding model that later led to its rejection.

πŸ’‘ Hint: What were the unexpected results of Rutherford's experiments?

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