When devising a model, scientists can only use the information available during their lifetime. This means that the current model of the atom may be changed when new experiments are performed in the future. Does this mean that the currently accepted model of the atom is useless? Explain your answer.

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Lindsay

5 August, 14:51

When devising a model, scientists can only use the information available during their lifetime. This means that the current model of the atom may be changed when new experiments are performed in the future. Does this mean that the currently accepted model of the atom is useless? Explain your answer.

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Alma Keith · Answer 1

no, it not useless. we still learn Bohr's model in HS n dats almost 200 yr old! while there may be new models, previous one is good for explaining the basics. it is also useful to learn previous model n see how our understanding improves over time.