1.2 - Thomson's Model (1897)
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What particle did J.J. Thomson discover?
💡 Hint: Think about what was found in cathode ray experiments.
What model did Thomson propose?
💡 Hint: It compares the atom to a dessert!
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Who discovered the electron?
💡 Hint: Think about who worked with cathode rays.
True or False: The plum pudding model indicates that electrons are distributed within a positively charged medium.
💡 Hint: Visualize the dessert analogy.
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Evaluate how the discovery of the electron by Thomson set the stage for future advancements in atomic theory.
💡 Hint: Consider the implications of having charged particles within atoms.
Discuss the flaws in the plum pudding model that later led to its rejection.
💡 Hint: What were the unexpected results of Rutherford's experiments?
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