NEETChemistryStructure of Atom
What was the major conclusion drawn from the scattering experiment's results?
Options
- AThe existence of electrons within the nucleus.
- BThe uniform distribution of mass in the nucleus.
- CThe presence of a small, dense nucleus.
- DThe absence of α-particles in the nucleus.
Correct answer
C. The presence of a small, dense nucleus.
Step-by-step solution
The major conclusion from the scattering experiment was the presence of a small, dense nucleus within the atom.