Question

Rutherford's scattering experiment lead to the conclusion that:

• A. Most of the space in atom is empty
• B. The centre of the atom has a positively charged nucleus
• C. Electrons revolve around the nucleus like planets around the sun.
  
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of the above

Conclusions of Rutherford's model:
a) Size of the nucleus is of ${10}^{-15}m$ whereas, the size of the atom is of ${10}^{-10}m$

b) Electrons revolve around the nucleus like planets around the sun.

c) $\frac{1}{20000}$ is deflected back at ${180}^{\circ }$.
Hence, a positively charged nucleus is present at the centre of the atom.

d) Majority of the alpha particles were able to pass through the thin gold foil. Hence, most of the space is empty.