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Describe the main difference between the Bohr model of the atom and the Rutherford model.

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Answer:

The main difference between the two models was about the location of the electron in an atom.

Explanation:

Rutherford described that:

  • The electrons were outside of the nucleus.
  • They were equal in number to the "positiveness" of the nucleus.
  • Also, He randomly placed the negative electrons outside the nucleus.

Bohr improved the Rutherford model:

  • Bohr placed the electrons in distinct energy levels.
  • Electrons only exist in fixed orbitals (shells) and not anywhere in between.
  • Each shell has a fixed energy
  • Rutherford explained the nucleus of an atom, while Bohr was more into the electrons and their energy levels.

Exact Answer:

In the Rutherford model, electrons can exist in any location outside the nucleus.

In the Bohr model, electrons can exist only in certain energy levels surrounding the atom.

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