Atom's theoretical shape before Rutherford's experiment?

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In summary, the early atom is a theoretical concept of the first building blocks of matter that formed shortly after the Big Bang, approximately 13.8 billion years ago. It was formed through a process called nucleosynthesis and is believed to have a simple structure similar to the modern atom. Evidence for its existence includes the cosmic microwave background radiation and our understanding of it has evolved over time through advancements in technology and scientific research.
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can anyone please help me find a website showing the atom's theoritical shape before rutherford's experiment?





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transit442003 said:
can anyone please help me find a website showing the atom's theoritical shape before rutherford's experiment?

Try going to google and typing in "plum pudding model". This brings up a load of hits. I think the first one might have what you are looking for.
 

What is the early atom?

The early atom is the theoretical concept of the first building blocks of matter that existed in the early universe. It is believed to have formed shortly after the Big Bang, approximately 13.8 billion years ago.

How was the early atom formed?

The early atom was formed through a process called nucleosynthesis, which occurred during the first few minutes after the Big Bang. This process involved the fusion of subatomic particles to form the first elements, such as hydrogen and helium.

What is the structure of the early atom?

The early atom is believed to have a simple structure, consisting of a positively charged nucleus made up of protons and neutrons, surrounded by negatively charged electrons. This structure is similar to the modern atom, but with fewer subatomic particles.

What evidence do we have for the existence of the early atom?

One of the main pieces of evidence for the existence of the early atom is the cosmic microwave background radiation (CMB), which is a remnant of the radiation that filled the universe after the Big Bang. The patterns and fluctuations in the CMB support the theory of nucleosynthesis and the formation of the early atom.

How has our understanding of the early atom evolved?

Our understanding of the early atom has evolved significantly over time, thanks to advancements in technology and scientific research. In the early 20th century, scientists proposed the Big Bang theory, which laid the foundation for our understanding of the early atom. Since then, experiments such as the Large Hadron Collider have helped us further understand the structure and behavior of the early atom.

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