Physics Classroom
The Physics Classroom: Grounding a Positively Charged Electroscope
This Physics Classroom tutorial contains a simple animation demonstrating the grounding process for a positively-charged electroscope. The movement of electrons between the electroscope and ground is shown. An explanation accompanies the...
Physics Classroom
The Physics Classroom: Inducing a Positive Charge on a Sphere
This tutorial from the Glenbrook South High School provides an animation depicting the induction charging of a single sphere by the process of induction. The movement of electrons is shown. The animation is accompanied by explanations of...
Physics Classroom
The Physics Classroom: Charging a Two Sphere System by Induction
From the Multimedia Physics Studios. An animation depicting the induction charging of a double sphere system by the process of induction. The movement of electrons between spheres and between the ground and sphere is shown. The animation...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Physical Science: Thomson's Atomic Model
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Thomson's discovery of the electron and his plum pudding model of the atom.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Chemistry: Electron Affinity
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Covers the definition of electron affinity and trends in electron affinity.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Plix: Build Some Helium: Atoms to Molecules
[Free Registration/Login Required] Build your own helium atom and make sure it has the correct number of protons, electrons, and neutrons on this site. Site also includes a small quiz on the topic.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Chemistry: Protons
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes research on the proton and the determination of the weight of proton and electron.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Chemistry: Electrons
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Explains the determination of properties of the electron.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Physical Science: Energy Level
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Covers energy levels of atoms, their relation to orbitals, and the significance of electrons at different energy levels.
Chem4kids
Chem4 Kids: Atoms: Electrons
Learn about an electron's negative charge, location, and role in bonding. Website also investigates electrons uses in electricity.
Chem4kids
Chem4 Kids: Atoms: Orbitals
The website provides an explanation of the electrons' position in their orbitals as they spin around the nucleus. Quantum theory is also explored by explaining that the exact location of a specific electron is a not exact but a guess.
Soft Schools
Soft Schools: Subatomic Particles Quiz
Take this interactive, multiple-choice quiz over subatomic particles, then review your score and any missed questions at the end.
Other
Particle Adventure Dutch Version
Dutch version of the well-known "Particle Adventure" physics website that teaches students about atoms, mass, particle physics, and quantum physics. The site discusses theories related to physics and provides other links related to the...
Purdue University
Purdue University: Fundamental Subatomic Particles
At this site from the Purdue University, the elementary subatomic particles are described and electromagnetic radiation is detailed. Includes learning exercises and answers.
University of Colorado
University of Colorado: Physics 2000: Bohr's Atom
An outstanding site that can best be described as student friendly. It describes the main differences between the classical and quantum models of the atom. Clear and well illustrated.
Physics Classroom
The Physics Classroom: Static Electricity: Aluminum Can Polarization Interactive
Visualize the underlying cause for the attraction between a charged and an uncharged object. The animation allows students to see the response of electrons.
Physics Classroom
The Physics Classroom: Static Electricity: Charging Interactive
Explore charge interactions, the charging of objects by conduction and induction, and the grounding of objects in this interactive.
Physics Aviary
Physics Aviary: Photoelectric Effect Lab
This lab is designed to allow students to look at the connection between the gap between two energy levels and the frequency of the light that is given off when an electron traverses this gap.
Physics Aviary
Physics Aviary: Energy Level Lab
This lab is designed to allow students to look at the connection between the gap between two energy levels and the frequency of the light that is given off when an electron traverses this gap.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: The Fundamental Building Blocks of Matter
This lesson plan explores the fundamentals of atoms and their structure. The building blocks of matter (protons, electrons, neutrons) are covered in detail. Students think about how atoms and molecules can influence new technologies...
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: Louis Victor Broglie
A short biography, which includes quotes, of French physicist Louis Victor Broglie. Details the life and works of this remarkable individual.
Michigan Technological University
Michigan Technological University: Sir Joseph John Thomson
A biography of J.J. Thomson's life and accomplishments.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Physical Science: Valence Electrons
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Valence electrons, their variation in the periodic table and relation to reactivity and electrical conductivity of elements.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: The Bohr and Quantum Models of the Atom
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Students explore how the study of the hydrogen emission spectrum led to the Bohr model of the atom, in which electrons exist in states of constant energy.