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CHM 101 General Chemistry Objective Question

Question

Which part of Dalton's Atomic Theory is no longer true with the discovery of subatomic particles?
Options
A Atoms combine in whole number ratios
B Matter is composed of extremely small indivisible particles called atoms
Correct Answer
C Atoms are rearranged in chemical reactions
D Atoms of different elements combine to form compounds
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The idea that atoms are indivisible is no longer true with the discovery of subatomic particles: protons, neutrons and electrons.

Hint

The notes specifically mention this limitation.

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