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Because of the structure of the electron cloud, as particles were radiated onto a gold atom, what was observed during Rutherford's experiment?

a. Electron cloud absorbed the particles
b. Particles that struck the nucleus went straight
c. Particles that struck the nucleus are absorbed
d. Electron cloud allowed the particles to pass through

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Answer: (d) Electron cloud allowed the particles to pass through

Explanation:

Rutherford observed that, unexpectedly, most alpha particles went through the plate following an almost straight path (passing through). Only a few that struck the relatively small but massive nucleus were deflected at large angles.

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