Atomic Structure - Result Question 8

####8. Rutherford’s alpha particle scattering experiment eventually led to the conclusion that

(1986, 1M)

(a) mass and energy are related

(b) electrons occupy space around the nucleus

(c) neutrons are burried deep in the nucleus

(d) the point of impact with matter can be precisely determined

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Answer:

Correct Answer: 8. (b)

Solution:

  1. According to Rutherford’s model, there is a heavily positively charged nucleus and negatively charged electrons occupies space around it in order to maintain electro-neutrality.


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