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5.1.1a Structure of the atom and ions

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Question 54

In the Geiger-Marsden α\alphaα-particle scattering experiment, which observation directly led to the conclusion that the majority of an atom's mass and positive charge is concentrated in a tiny nucleus?

A

Almost all of the α\alphaα-particles passed straight through the metal foil undeflected.

B

A very small fraction of the α\alphaα-particles were deflected through angles greater than 90∘90^\circ90∘.

C

The kinetic energy of the deflected α\alphaα-particles increased after passing through the foil.

D

Electrons were ejected from the metal foil at high speeds.

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