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According to classical theory, the proposed path of an electron in Rutherford atomic model was _________.

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circular
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straight line
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parabolic
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spiral
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Solution

The correct option is D spiral
According to classical theory, the proposed path of an electron in Rutherford atomic model was spiral.
According to Maxwell theory of electromagetic radiation, when a charged particle evolves, it gives out radiation and loses energy. An electron revolving around the nucleus should continuously emit radiation and lose energy. The electron should come closer to the nucleus by following spiral path and ultimately fall into the nucleus.

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