Question

Rutherford propose that atoms have positive nuclei. Which statement correctly describes the nucleus of an atom?

• The charge of the nucleus determines the charge of an atom.
• most of the mass of an atom is located in the nucleus.
• most of the volume of an atom is taken up by the nucleus.

Answer 1

Most of the mass of an atom is located in the nucleus. (Option 2)

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Answer 2

Option (2).

Step-by-step explanation:

Rutherford explains the model of atoms. According to him, protons and neutrons are present inside the nucleus and electrons revolve around the nucleus in a orbit.

The nucleus is made of proton and neutron. Most of the atom mass is located inside the nucleus. The alpha particles are deflected back from the center of the atoms that contains positively charged protons.

Thus, the correct answer is option (2).