IGCSE Physics · 5.1 The nuclear model of the atom
The nuclear model of the atom for IGCSE Physics
The nuclear model of the atom is mapped to 5.1 The nuclear model of the atom in the Cambridge IGCSE Physics pathway. Use this public guide to see exactly where the concept fits, what to master, and which GioPhysics resource continues the study sequence.
Where this fits
5.1 The nuclear model of the atom
- Curriculum
- Cambridge IGCSE Physics
- Theme or group
- Nuclear physics
- Current framework
- Examinations in 2026–2028 · Version 2 (December 2025)
The atomic model and energy levels are in Chapter 46; Rutherford's scattering evidence sits with the structure of matter in the same chapter.
Mastery checklist
Know what success looks like.
- 01
State the physical model and the evidence or observation it explains.
- 02
Track energy, momentum, charge, and nucleon number through the process where applicable.
- 03
Interpret the relevant spectrum, decay, probability, or binding-energy representation.
Exam lens
Build, apply, check.
5.1 The nuclear model of the atom sits inside Nuclear physics. Build the concept first, then practise selecting a model, showing working, and checking the final result.
Teaching sequence
5.1 The nuclear model of the atom
This curriculum row maps directly to one GioPhysics concept guide.
- 01The nuclear model of the atomCurrent guide