Structure of an Atom

Question	Answer
Theory	An explanation supported by many experiments; is still subject to new experimental data, can be modified, and is considered successful if it can be used to make predictions that are true
Dalton’s Atomic Theory	• Matter is composed of extremely small particles called atoms. • Atoms are indivisible and indestructible. • Atoms of a given element are identical in size, mass, and chemical properties. • Atoms of a specific element are different from those of another element. • Different atoms combine in simple whole-number ratios to form compounds. • In a chemical reaction, atoms are separated, combined or rearranged.
Model	a visual, verbal, and/or mathematical explanation of data collected from many experiments

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	Created by Khalil Adams over 7 years ago