Rutherford's experiment led to the discovery of
Correct answer: A. Nucleus
- A. Nucleus
- B. Electron
- C. Proton
- D. A-particle
Explanation
Rutherford's famous gold foil experiment in 1909 provided crucial insights into the structure of the atom. In this experiment, alpha (α)-particles were directed at a thin gold foil. Most of the alpha particles passed through the foil, but some were deflected at various angles, and a small fraction even bounced back.The unexpected deflections and backscattering of alpha particles led Rutherford to propose that the atom has a small, dense, positively charged center, which he called the "nucleus." This nucleus contains most of the atom's mass and is surrounded by electrons orbiting at a distance.
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