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How does Bohr’s model of the atom differ from Rutherford’s?
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According to Rutherford, the atom is mostly empty space with a small, dense nucleus at the center. The electrons are free to move within the volume specified around the nucleus. The positive charge and the mass are spread throughout the entire volume of the atom. Show more…
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