Science concept cartoons: what holds atoms together?

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Spark discussion and stimulate thinking about what holds atoms together in a way that encourages pupils to share their ideas.

This concept cartoon is designed to provoke discussion and stimulate thinking around atoms. Use it with groups of students to elicit students’ ideas.

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