Chemistry (12th Edition)

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 0132525763
ISBN 13: 978-0-13252-576-3

Chapter 4 - Atomic Structure - 4 Assessment - Page 123: 68

Answer

Thomson conclude that cathode rays were negatively charged particles because they were attracted to the positively charged plate and it deflected when placed in a magnetic field.

Work Step by Step

Thomson conclude that cathode rays were negatively charged particles because he observed that the particle rays were attracted to the positively charged plate and when placed near a magnet (in a magnetic field) it deflected.
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.

GradeSaver will pay $15 for your literature essays
GradeSaver will pay $25 for your college application essays
GradeSaver will pay $50 for your graduate school essays – Law, Business, or Medical
GradeSaver will pay $10 for your Community Note contributions
GradeSaver will pay $500 for your Textbook Answer contributions