Question detail
Which experiment led to the development of the nuclear model of the atom?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Atoms and isotopes
Question
- A. The gold foil experiment
- B. The cathode ray experiment
- C. The oil drop experiment
- D. The Rutherford experiment
Answer
The gold foil experiment
Explanation
The gold foil experiment, conducted by Geiger and Marsden, provided evidence that led to the nuclear model of the atom, showing that atoms have a small, dense nucleus.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding the Plum Pudding Model
Students often describe the plum pudding model as having electrons randomly scattered throughout a solid mass rather than embedded in a positive charge.
Emphasize that the plum pudding model depicts a ball of positive charge with negative electrons embedded within it, rather than just scattered.
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