Multiple choice

Which of the following was proved by Rutherford’s alpha particle scattering experiment?

  1. Presence of negative charge on electrons

  2. Presence of positive charge in the nucleus of an atom

  3. Presence of neutrons and protons in the nucleus

  4. Presence of electrons in an atom
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Rutherford’s alpha scattering experiment lead to the discovery of the nucleus and that all positive charge of an atom is concentrated in the nucleus.

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