Question 6: Atoms & Nuclei

Question

Assertion If electrons in an atom were
stationary, then they would fall into the
nucleus.
Reason Electrostatic force of attraction acts
between negatively charged electrons and
positive nucleus.

Accepted Answer

In an atom electron revolves around nucleus,
for this required centripetal force is provided by
electrostatic force of attraction between electron
and nucleus. As there is no other force,
electrostatic force is unbalanced.

Answer

Both Assertion and Reason are correct, Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion

Answer

Both Assertion and Reason are correct but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion

Answer

Assertion is correct and Reason is incorrect

Answer

Assertion is incorrect and Reason is correct

Atoms & Nuclei

Assertion If electrons in an atom were stationary, then they would fall into the nucleus. Reason Electrostatic force of attraction acts between negatively charged electrons and positive nucleus.

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