Which of the following conclusions could not be derived from Rutherford’s α -particle scattering experiement?
1
Most of the space in the atom is empty.
2
The radius of the atom is about 10–10 m while that of nucleus is 10–15 m.
3
Electrons move in a circular path of fixed energy called orbits.
4
Electrons and the nucleus are held together by electrostatic forces of attraction.