On the basis of Rutherford’s model of an atom, which sub-atomic particle is present in the nucleus of an atom?

Electron

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Proton

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Both proton and neutron

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Neutron

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Solution

The correct option is B Proton
As per Rutherford’s model of an atom, the positively charged protons are the ones that are present in the atom.

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