Chemistry
State the main points of contradiction of Dalton’s atomic theory by the Modern Atomic Theory.
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Contradiction of Dalton’s atomic theory by the Modern Atomic Theory:
| Dalton's atomic theory | Modern atomic theory |
|---|---|
| Atoms are indestructible | Atoms are destructible |
| Atoms are indivisible & smallest particle of an element. | Atoms are divisible & consist of - protons, electrons & neutrons |
| Atoms of the same element are alike in all respect. | Atoms of the same element may not be alike as per the modern theory. |
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