Understanding Physical Science

Theories of Matter – Homework

INSTRUCTIONS: Print out a copy of this homework assignment, answer the questions correctly, and send the homework to your instructor.

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1. Why is the Molecular Theory of Matter sometimes called the Kinetic Theory of Matter?

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2. What does Brownian motion show?

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3. How is heat explained?

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4. What is the basis of chemistry?

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5. What is an element?

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6. Are atoms the smallest known particles?

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7. What particles are in the nucleus of an atom?

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8. What is the solar system model of the atom?

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9. Is the solar system model the true picture of the atom? Why or why not?

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10. How does the Atomic Theory explain electricity?

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