Question

What part of Dalton’s atomic theory was later proved to be incorrect?

a) Atoms are indivisible and indestructible
b) All atoms of a given element are identical
c) Atoms of different elements combine in simple whole-number ratios to form compounds
d) Atoms can be created or destroyed in chemical reactions

Answer 1

Dalton's atomic theory has been largely accepted by the scientific community, with the exception of three changes.

Step-by-step explanation:

Dalton's atomic theory has been largely accepted by the scientific community, with the exception of three changes. We now know that (1) an atom can be further subdivided, (2) all atoms of an element are not identical in mass, and (3) using nuclear fission and fusion techniques, we can create or destroy atoms by changing them into other atoms.