Atomic Structure 1 Question 7

7. Rutherford’s experiment, which established the nuclear model of the atom, used a beam of

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(a) $\beta$-particles, which impinged on a metal foil and got absorbed

(b) $\gamma$-rays, which impinged on a metal foil and got scattered

(c) helium atoms, which impinged on a metal foil and got scattered

(d) helium nuclei, which impinged on a metal foil and got scattered

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Answer:

Correct Answer: 7. (b)

Solution:

  1. Rutherford used $\alpha$-particle $\left(\mathrm{He}^{2+}\right.$ nuclei) in his experiment.