What was Thomson's contribution to atomic theory?
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The question is asking about the contributions made by J.J. Thomson to atomic theory, specifically focusing on his discoveries and their significance in the understanding of atomic structure.
Answer
Discovery of the electron and the plum pudding model.
Thomson's contribution to atomic theory was the discovery of the electron and the proposal of the plum pudding model of the atom.
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Thomson's contribution to atomic theory was the discovery of the electron and the proposal of the plum pudding model of the atom.
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Thomson's identification of subatomic particles fundamentally changed the scientific understanding of atomic structure, ushering in an era of modern physics.
Sources
- Discovery of the electron and nucleus - khanacademy.org
- Joseph John “J. J.” Thomson | Science History Institute - sciencehistory.org
- How did J.J. Thomson contribute to the atomic theory? - homework.study.com
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