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Science - Year 9 - History of the Atom: Stop Motion and 3D Models

A selection of resources to support Year 9 Science assessment: History of the Atom

Stop Motion

Source: https://animoto.com/blog/guides/how-to-make-a-stop-motion-video#what

Model

Material ideas to make a 3D atom model:

  • Ping pong balls
  • Gumdrops
  • Foam balls
  • Clay or dough
  • Marshmallows
  • Paper circles (taped to paper)

Material ideas to attach electrons to the nucleus:

  • Invisible nylon fishing line
  • String
  • Toothpicks
  • Drinking straws


Source: https://www.thoughtco.com/make-an-atom-model-603814