Introductory Chemistry (5th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 032191029X
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-029-5

Chapter 4 - Atoms and Elements - Exercises - Problems - Page 120: 30

Answer

A is consistent as Rutherford believed that most of a atom's mass is concentrated in a small core in the center of the atom.

Work Step by Step

B is also consistent with the theory as Rutherford believed that atoms are mostly made up of empty space through which electrons orbit.
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