> The evolution of various atomic models prior to Bohr is also a case where one "consensus" after another was overturned by new evidence. Models like the 'plum

> The evolution of various atomic models prior to Bohr is also a case where one "consensus" after another was overturned by new evidence. Models like the 'plum pudding' were known to be incorrect; they were just used at the time because they were the best available.