The Experiment,which Gave the First Evidence for the Existence of the Atomic

question 32

Multiple Choice

The experiment,which gave the first evidence for the existence of the atomic nucleus,involved which of the following?

• A)x-ray scattering
• B)radioactive dating
• C)cosmic ray detection
• D)alpha scattering

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Definitions:

Natural Mimicry

The innate ability or tendency of an organism to resemble another organism or object in its environment for survival or reproductive advantages.

Foot-in-the-door Phenomenon

A persuasion strategy where a small request is made first in order to gain compliance with a larger request later.

Cognitive Dissonance Theory

A theory proposed by Leon Festinger that explains the discomfort people feel when their beliefs, values, or behaviors are in conflict, leading them to seek consistency.

Role Playing

A technique in therapy and training settings where individuals act out roles to explore particular behaviors, attitudes, or social strategies.