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Thomson proposed the model of an atom similar to :

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christmas tree
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christmas pudding
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chocolate
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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.

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