Secondary Catalogue

The Discovery of Atoms

Shedding Light on Atoms

In 'The Discovery of Atoms', we demonstrate (using copper) how elements can join together to form compounds and how compounds can be broken back down into the individual elements that make them up. We take a look at the first (fairly) accurate list of elements ever published and explore the Law of Conservation of Mass. We crush some aluminium cans to show students what causes air pressure and then explain, using lots of different examples, the experiments that led directly to the discovery of atoms.

Rating: E
Production Year: 2014
Duration: 26 min
Series: Shedding Light on Atoms
Printable Resources: Yes

Related Videos


Want to learn more about ClickView?

We would be more than happy to come to your school and show you how your teachers and students can benefit from ClickView.

Try ClickView for Free