- Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
- Both A and R are true, but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
- A is true, but R is false.
- A is false and R is also false.
Assertion (A): The positively charged nucleus of an atom has a radius of almost 10-15m.
Reason (R): In
$\alpha$-particle scattering experiment, the distance of closest approach for $\alpha$-particles is 10-15m.- Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Explanation:
In
$\alpha$-particle scattering experiment, Rutherford found a small number of $\alpha$-particles which were scattered back through an angle approaching to 180º. This is possible only if the positive charges are concentrated at the centre or nucleus of the atom.


