According to J.J Thomson's atomic model, an atom consists of a charged sphere and are embedded in it.

positively

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negatively

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electrons

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protons

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The correct option is C electrons
J.J Thomson compared his atomic model with a plum pudding. According to him, an atom is a positively charged sphere and negatively charged electrons are embedded in it. The positive charge is balanced by negative charge of electrons making the atom electrically neutral.

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