2. Atoms & Elements
Rutherford Gold Foil Experiment
Problem 41
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionWhich statements are consistent with Rutherford's nuclear theory as it was originally stated? Why? a. The volume of an atom is mostly empty space. b. The nucleus of an atom is small compared to the size of the atom. c. Neutral lithium atoms contain more neutrons than protons. d. Neutral lithium atoms contain more protons than electrons.
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