Which one did Rutherford consider to be supported by the results of experiments in which $\alpha  - $ particles were scattered by gold foil?

  • A

    The nucleus of an atom is held together by forces which are much stronger than electrical or gravitational forces

  • B

    The force of repulsion between an atomic nucleus and an $\alpha  - $ particle varies with distance according to inverse square law.

  • C

    $\alpha  - $ particles are nuclei of Helium atoms.

  • D

    Atoms can exist with a series of discrete energy levels

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