Thomson proposed the model of an atom similar to :
A
christmas tree
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B
christmas pudding
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C
chocolate
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D
none of the above
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Solution
The correct option is C christmas pudding Thomson proposed the model of an atom be similar to that of a Christmas pudding. The electrons in a sphere of positive charge were like currants (dry fruits) in a spherical Christmas pudding.