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Physical Science

Goal 5, Objective 5.01

Goal 5

The learner will build an understanding of the structure and properties of matter.

Objective 5.01

Develop an understanding of how scientific processes have led to the current atomic theory.

  • Dalton's atomic theory.
  • J.J. Thomson's model of the atom.
  • Rutherford's gold foil experiment.
  • Bohr's planetary model.
  • Electron cloud model.

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History of atomic theory
This lesson is developed for a regular low level physical science class. In small groups, students will use media and written script to learn and teach each other about major contributions to the development of the atomic theory.
Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 English Language Development and Science)
By Anna Childs and Rhonda Garrett.