Question

Which statement is most likely true?

Ernest Rutherford’s experiment led to the nuclear model of the atom.

Ernest Rutherford’s experiment established the plum pudding model of the atom. Robert Millikan’s postulates form the most accepted theory for the atomic structure.

Robert Millikan’s results had little impact on determining of the charge of an electron.

Answer 1

The correct answer among the choices given is the second option. "Ernest Rutherford’s experiment established the plum pudding model of the atom" is true. Thomson's Plumb  Pudding Model that prompted Rutherford to do the alpha particle experiment. A question popped into his mind about the arrangement of the electrons the positive charge. He has suspicions on the validity of the Plumb Pudding Model

Answer 2

Answer:

a. Ernest Rutherford's experiment led to the nuclear model of the atom.

Explanation: