Question

Scientists have changed the model of the atom as they have gathered new evidence. One of the atomic models is shown below.
What experimental evidence led to the development of this atomic model from the one before it?
A few of the positive particles aimed at a gold foil seemed to bounce back.
The colors of light emitted from heated atoms had very specific energies.
Experiments with water vapor showed that elements combine in specific proportions.
Cathode rays were bent in the same way whenever a magnet was brought near them.

Answer 1

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Jerome is learning how the model of the atom has changed over time as new evidence was gathered. He has images of four models of the atom, but they are not in the correct order. In what order should Jerome put these models to show the development from the earliest model of the atom to the most recent one?

Y, X, Z, W