The true nature of matter

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Perhaps not a 9 year old, but closer to 9 than 60.
14?

How old are you Dougie?

I think most 14 year olds (who attend school) would know that a drawing of an atoms nucleus comprised of little colored marbles is not really supposed to be an accurate description of a nucleus.

Edited to add - my derogatory comments were about the author of the web site not Mr. Fresh.

 

[Captain Kremmen]

I think most 14 year olds (who attend school) would know that a drawing of an atoms nucleus comprised of little colored marbles is not really supposed to be an accurate description of a nucleus.

I disagree. They should be told that it is a simplified model,
but it would be sufficient for the needs of a 14 year old.
You could even let them use a few wooden toothpicks and balls of coloured plasticine, for making molecules.
Don't be such a spoilsport.

 

[origin]

I disagree. They should be told that it is a simplified model,
but it would be sufficient for the needs of a 14 year old.
You could even let them use a few wooden toothpicks and balls of coloured plasticine, for making molecules.
Don't be such a spoilsport.

OK, I give. Let us not quibble over a few years, I agree that his age is probably closer to 14.