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Science Question on The Structure of an Atom

For the following statements, write T for True and F for False.
(a) J.J. Thomson proposed that the nucleus of an atom contains only nucleons.
(b) A neutron is formed by an electron and a proton combining together. Therefore, it is neutral.
(c) The mass of an electron is about 12000\frac1{ 2000} times that of proton.
(d) An isotope of iodine is used for making tincture iodine, which is used as a medicine.

Answer

(a) J.J. Thomson proposed that the nucleus of an atom contains only nucleons. ► False

(b) A neutron is formed by an electron and a proton combining together. Therefore, it is neutral. ► False

(c) The mass of an electron is about 12000\frac1{ 2000} times that of proton. ► True

(d) An isotope of iodine is used for making tincture iodine, which is used as a medicine. ► False