Question

Which prediction about a methane molecule would most likely be made by using both the quantum model of the atom and John Dalton's model?

A.When the molecule reacts, new atoms are created.
B.The molecule contains different kinds of atoms.
C.The nucleus is located in the center of the molecule.
D.Electrons are located at specific locations in the molecule.

Answer 1

The correct answer is option B. The molecule contains different kinds of atoms.

Explanation:

John Dalton stated that all molecules are composed of very small units which he termed as the atom. The quantum model of the atom also validates that molecules of matter are composed of the smallest unit which is an atom.

Methane molecules consist of an atom of carbon and hydrogen. So both the model suggests that this molecule contains different kinds of atoms.

Thus, the correct answer is option B.

Answer 2

A methane molecule would most likely be made by using both quantum model of the atom and John Dalton's model. The prediction would be that the molecule contains different kinds of atoms.

The answer would be letter B or the second statement.