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Compare all the proposed models of an atom given in this chapter.

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Feature Thomson’s model of
an atom Rutherford’s model
of an atom Bohr’s model of an atom

Protons As per Thomson's model of an atom, an atom consists of a positively charged sphere. The positive charge is concentrated at the core of the atom, which is called nucleus. The positive charge is present in the core of the atom, called nucleus.

Feature Thomson’s model of
an atom Rutherford’s model
of an atom Bohr’s model of an atom

electrons The electrons are embedded in the positively charged sphere of an atom, like the seeds in a watermelon. The nucleus is surrounded by electrons, and the electrons and the nucleus, electrons are held together by electrostatic force of attraction. The electrons move in discrete orbits, and each orbit is associated with a definite amount of energy

Feature Thomson’s model of
an atom Rutherford’s model
of an atom Bohr’s model of an atom

Diagrammatic representation

Feature Thomson’s model of atom Rutherford’s model
of atom Bohr’s model of an atom

Limitation This model could not explain the results of alpha particle scattering experiment carried out by Rutherford. This model could not explain the stability of the atom. Advantage: This model explains the stability of atoms.

Compare all the proposed models of an atom given in this chapter.

Important Questions on Structure of the Atom

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