Model of helium atom, c 1911

SMG00017204 Model of helium atom, c 1911

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SMG00017204
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Science Museum, London|Sir Lawrence Bragg

Model of helium atom according to the Rutherford-Bohr theory of 1911. central nucleus (two protons, two neutrons), two electrons, each in a different circular orbit.

Details

Category:
Nuclear Physics
Object Number:
1926-372
Materials:
metal (painted) and acrylic
Measurements:
overall (on stand): 220 x 75 x 75 mm
base/support: 73 mm diameter
type:
atomic models
credit:
Sir Lawrence Bragg (Full name William Lawrence Bragg but known as 'Sir Lawrence' to distinguish him from his father, Sir William Henry Bragg)