Question Detail

PHY 104 Atomic Structures Objective Question
Take CBT

Question

Sir Joseph John Thomson's atomic model, often referred to as the 'plum pudding model,' described the atom as:
Options
A A central nucleus with electrons orbiting it.
B A positively charged sphere with negatively charged electrons embedded within it.
Correct Answer
C Mostly empty space with a dense, positively charged nucleus.
D Discrete energy levels where electrons can jump by absorbing or emitting energy.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text states: 'Thomson described the `atomic structure as a positively charged sphere into which negatively charged electrons were embedded. This model is commonly referred to as the “plum pudding model”.'

Hint

Think about the visual analogy of the 'plum pudding' for Thomson's model.

Question Info

Course: PHY 104
Topic: Atomic Structures
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 119 of 947
Previous Course Details Next