Did You Know?

Rutherford won a big prize for his work!

What Are Atoms?

Atoms are the small parts of all things.

The Nucleus

The nucleus is the core of an atom.

What Rutherford Does

He showed how atoms are made.

He found the atom's small core.

His work helps us learn science.

He used gold foil for his tests.

He won a prize for his work.

He is a big name in science.

More About Rutherford

Rutherford was born a long time ago. He was from a place called New Zealand. He loved to learn and ask questions. He did many tests with atoms and light.

His work helps us in our lives. We use what he found out in schools. It helps us know how things are made. It is fun to learn about atoms!

Rutherford's work is still used today. Many kids learn about him in school. He is a big part of science. His tests changed how we see the world!

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