History Development of Atomic Theory:Chem
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What conclusion could be made from Ernest Rutherford's gold foil experiment?
:Atoms are made up of mostly empty space.
What could J.J.Thomson conclude from his experiment?
:Atoms must balance (+) and (-) particles
What particle is J.J.Thomson credited for discovering?
:Electron
What statement best summarizes the importance of Ernest Rutherford's gold foil experiment?
:It showed that a nucleus occupies a small part of the whole atom.
(Ernest Ruthetford's experiment led to the muclear model of the atom)Is this Most likely a true statement?
:Yes
