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5.1.1a Structure of the atom and ions

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Question 56

In Rutherford's alpha-particle scattering experiment, the vast majority of the α\alphaα-particles passed straight through the thin gold foil with little or no deflection. Which of the following statements is the correct conclusion drawn from this specific observation?

A

The positive charge of the atom is spread uniformly throughout its volume.

B

Most of the volume of the atom consists of empty space.

C

All of the positive charge and most of the mass of the atom are concentrated in a very small volume.

D

The electrons orbit the nucleus in fixed shell radius.

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