Question

Which of the following is not correct according to Dalton's atomic theory?

• A. Matter consists of indivisible atoms.
• B. Atoms are neither created nor destroyed.
• C. All atoms of a given element are identical in mass and properties.
• D. Atoms can be created as well as destroyed.

Answer 1

The correct option is D Atoms can be created as well as destroyed.

Dalton's atomic theory says -

$\left(i\right)$ Matter consists of indivisible atoms.

$\left(ii\right)$ Atoms are neither created nor destroyed.

$\left(iii\right)$ All atoms of a given element are identical in mass and properties.

Hence, option $\left(D\right)$ is the correct answer.