Rutherford's alpha particle scattering experiment led to the discovery of :
(a) Nucleus (b) Electrons (c) Protons (d) Neutrons
Correct Answer: (a) Nucleus
Explanation: Rutherford conducted an experiment using alpha particles which led to the discovery of a nucleus present at the centre of an atom.
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