A timeline of some models of atoms throughout history is shown below. These models have contributed to the formation of the atomic theory.

Question

Which statement best summarizes the development of the atomic theory over time?

(1 point)
Responses

The discovery of new evidence resulted in changes to the atomic theory.
The discovery of new evidence resulted in changes to the atomic theory.

Advancements in atomic models proved the atomic theory was accurate.
Advancements in atomic models proved the atomic theory was accurate.

The atomic theory was modified with the discovery of every new element.
The atomic theory was modified with the discovery of every new element.

Changes in atomic models showed that the atomic theory was based on opinion.
Changes in atomic models showed that the atomic theory was based on opinion.

Answer 1

The statement that best summarizes the development of the atomic theory over time is:

The discovery of new evidence resulted in changes to the atomic theory.

This reflects how advancements in scientific understanding, experimentation, and discovery of new information led to modifications and refinements in the atomic theory.