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Rutherford's Model

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Rutherford's model describes an atom as having a small, dense positively charged nucleus at its center, surrounded by negatively charged electrons orbiting around it at various distances.

Related terms

Bohr's Model: Bohr's model is an improvement over Rutherford's model that suggests electrons occupy specific energy levels or shells around the nucleus.

Nuclear Forces: Nuclear forces are attractive forces that hold protons and neutrons together in the atomic nucleus.

Electron Cloud: The electron cloud refers to the region surrounding an atomic nucleus where electrons are most likely to be found.

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  • AP Physics 2 - 7.1 Systems and Fundamental Forces

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