Physics-(general)

NEET Physics (general) MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-diagram based-Easy-Class 12

Consider a diagram depicting the Rutherford nuclear model of the atom, where a small dense nucleus is surrounded by electrons. Which part of the atom contains the majority of its empty space?

Question diagram
A

The space between the nucleus and electrons

B

Inside the nucleus

C

Within the electron cloud

D

Inside the protons

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The Rutherford model describes the atom as mostly empty space, with a dense nucleus at the center and electrons orbiting around it. Thus, the majority of the empty space is between the nucleus and electrons.

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