NEETChemistryStructure of Atom
What is the important feature of Thomson's atomic model regarding the distribution of the atom's mass?
Options
- AThe mass is concentrated in the nucleus.
- BThe mass is evenly distributed over the atom.
- CThe mass is only in the electrons.
- DThe mass is only in the protons.
Correct answer
B. The mass is evenly distributed over the atom.
Step-by-step solution
In Thomson's atomic model, the important feature is that the mass of the atom is assumed to be evenly distributed over the entire atom.