Question

Which of the following statement is incorrect according to Dalton’s theory?

• A. Matter is made up of atoms, which can be subdivided
• B. Atoms of the same element are similar in all respect
• C. Atom is the smallest particle that can take part in a chemical reaction
• D. All of these

Answer 1

The correct option is A Matter is made up of atoms, which can be subdivided

According to Dalton’s atomic theory:
1. Matter is made up of atoms, which are extremely small particles and cannot be subdivided.
2. Atoms of the same element are similar in all respect.
3. Atoms of different elements are different in all respects and possess different properties.
4. Atom is the smallest particle that can take part in a chemical reaction.
5. Atoms of different elements combine in simple but fixed ratio to form a compound.