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What is the smallest particle of an element that retains the characteristics of that element?
What is the smallest particle of an element that retains the characteristics of that element?
- Elements
- Compounds
- Atoms (correct)
- Molecules
Who is credited with discovering the negatively charged particle known as Electrons?
Who is credited with discovering the negatively charged particle known as Electrons?
- Democritus
- Ernest Rutherford
- John Dalton
- J.J. Thomson (correct)
Which theory explains the creation of new atomic nuclei from preexisting nucleons?
Which theory explains the creation of new atomic nuclei from preexisting nucleons?
- Stellar Nucleosynthesis
- Supernova Nucleosynthesis
- Nuclear Fusion
- Big Bang Theory (correct)
According to John Dalton's Solid Sphere Model, what are atoms of an element like?
According to John Dalton's Solid Sphere Model, what are atoms of an element like?
Which scientist confirmed the existence of Protons through the Gold Foil Experiment?
Which scientist confirmed the existence of Protons through the Gold Foil Experiment?
What is the process in which elements are created within stars by combining protons and neutrons?
What is the process in which elements are created within stars by combining protons and neutrons?
"All matter is composed of atoms that cannot be subdivided or destroyed" is a key idea associated with whom?
"All matter is composed of atoms that cannot be subdivided or destroyed" is a key idea associated with whom?
"Atoms of an element have a characteristics average mass that is unique to the element" was proposed by which scientist?
"Atoms of an element have a characteristics average mass that is unique to the element" was proposed by which scientist?
"Every atom has energy or the ability to do work called Chemical energy" primarily comes from which part of the atom?
"Every atom has energy or the ability to do work called Chemical energy" primarily comes from which part of the atom?
