NST2601
Assignment 3 2025
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Due Date: 31 July 2025
QUESTION 1
1.1 Define the following
a. Particle:
A particle is a tiny piece of matter. It can be something very small like a grain of dust or even
smaller, like an atom or part of an atom. In science, we use the word particle to talk about
objects that have properties such as mass and volume, even if they are too small to see. In
some subjects like chemistry, particles can mean atoms or molecules. In physics, they can
also mean smaller things like electrons.
b. Atomic model:
An atomic model is a drawing or idea that helps us understand what an atom looks like and
how it works. Scientists use these models to explain how atoms are built and how they
behave. There are different models that were made over time, such as Dalton’s solid sphere
model, Thomson’s plum pudding model, Rutherford’s nuclear model, Bohr’s model
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Assignment 3 2025
Unique number:
Due Date: 31 July 2025
QUESTION 1
1.1 Define the following
a. Particle:
A particle is a tiny piece of matter. It can be something very small like a grain of dust or even
smaller, like an atom or part of an atom. In science, we use the word particle to talk about
objects that have properties such as mass and volume, even if they are too small to see. In
some subjects like chemistry, particles can mean atoms or molecules. In physics, they can
also mean smaller things like electrons.
b. Atomic model:
An atomic model is a drawing or idea that helps us understand what an atom looks like and
how it works. Scientists use these models to explain how atoms are built and how they
behave. There are different models that were made over time, such as Dalton’s solid sphere
model, Thomson’s plum pudding model, Rutherford’s nuclear model, Bohr’s model
Termswith
of use
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document as a guide for learning, comparison and reference purpose,
Terms of use
Not to duplicate, reproduce and/or misrepresent the contents of this document as your own work,
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document
Fully accept the consequences
solely as a guide forshould you plagiarise
learning, reference,or and
misuse this document.
comparison purposes,
Ensure originality of your own work, and fully accept the consequences should you plagiarise or misuse this document.
Comply with all relevant standards, guidelines, regulations, and legislation governing academic and written work.
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is" without any express or
implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken based on the
information contained within this document. This document is intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes.
Reproduction, resale, or transmission of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
