In an atom, electrons and the nucleus are held together by:

Electrostatic force of attraction

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Electrostatic force of repulsion

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Electrodynamic force of attraction

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Electrodynamic force of repulsion

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The correct option is A Electrostatic force of attraction
In an atom, electrons and the nucleus are held together by electrostatic force of attraction.

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Question 01

Which of the following conclusions could not be derived from Rutherford's $α$ -particles scattering experiment ?

(a) Most of the space in the atom is empty

(b) The radius of the atom is about $10^{- 10} m$ while that of nucleus is $10^{- 15} m$

(d) Electrons and the nucleus are held together by electrostatic forces of attraction

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