Atomic World

In this elective topic, students learn about the development of the atomic model, the Bohr’s atomic model of hydrogen, energy levels of atoms, the characteristics of line spectra, the photo-electric effect, the particle behaviour of light and the wave nature of electrons, i.e. the wave-particle duality.

Through the learning of these physical concepts and phenomena, students are introduced to the quantum view of our microscopic world and become aware of the difference between classical and modern views of our physical world.

Students are also expected to appreciate the evidence-based, developmental and falsifiable nature of science.