Question 14
For the following statements, write T for True and F for False.
(a) J.J. Thomson proposed that the nucleus of an atom contains only nucleons.
(b) A neutron is formed by an electron and a proton combining together. Therefore, it is neutral.
(c) The mass of an electron is about $\frac{1}{2000}$ times that of proton.
(d) An isotope of iodine is used for making tincture iodine, which is used as a medicine.

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(a) J.J. Thomson proposed that the nucleus of an atom contains only nucleons. (F)
(b) A neutron is formed by an electron and a proton combining together. Therefore, it is neutral. (F)
(c) The mass of an electron is about $\frac{1}{2000}$ times that of proton. (T)
(d) An isotope of iodine is used for making tincture iodine, which is used as a medicine. (T)

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