Grade-12 Students' Misconceptions Relating to Fundamental Characteristics of Atoms and Molecules.

Authors :: Griffiths, Alan K.
Preston, Kirk R.
Source :: Journal of Research in Science Teaching. Aug 1992 29(6):611-628.
Publication Year :: 1992
Abstract: Identifies misconceptions related to the fundamental characteristics of atoms and molecules held by twelfth-grade students. Data were obtained by administration of semistructured interviews to a stratified, random sample of 30 students. Fifty-two misconceptions were observed and reported. Some of the misconceptions identified parallel the historical development of scientific concepts. (PR)

Language :: English
ISSN :: 0022-4308
Volume :: 29
Issue :: 6
Database :: ERIC
Journal :: Journal of Research in Science Teaching
Publication Type :: Academic Journal
Accession number :: EJ458310
Document Type :: Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research<br />Numerical/Quantitative Data

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