Question

Which of the following statements does not describe the structure of an atom?

a. An atom has a small, dense center called the nucleus.

b.Inside the nucleus of an atom are protons and electrons.

c.Protons are positively charged sub-atomic particles.

d.Electrons are negatively charged sub-atomic particles.

Answer 1

Answer: The Statement that does NOT describe the structure of an atom is, B) Inside the nucleus of an atom are protons and electrons. because all of the other answer choices state the structure of an atom

Answer 2

The incorrect statement is B. Inside the nucleus of an atom are protons and neutrons, whilst electrons orbit the nucleus in 'shells'.