This study guide covers atomic models (Dalton, Thomson, Rutherford), the importance of Rutherford's gold foil experiment, and the question of electron location. It also explains light and energy concepts such as blackbodies, the ultraviolet catastrophe, Planck's quantum theory (), and the photoelectric effect. Finally, it reviews the speed of light equation (), provides exam tips, and includes practice questions on these topics.
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Question 1 of 9
According to Dalton's model, what is the basic characteristic of an atom? 🤔
A sea of positive charge with scattered electrons
Mostly empty space with a dense, positive nucleus
A tiny, indestructible ball
Electrons in specific orbitals around the nucleus