Question

What are the limitations of Rutherford model of the atom

Answer 1

It could not explain the stability of an atom, i.e how a positive charge in the atom holds the negatively charged electrons. It could not explain the position of nucleus in an atom. Drawbacks of Rutherford's Model: The orbital revolution of the electron is not expected to be stable.

Answer 2

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According to Rutherford’s model of an atom, electrons revolve around the nucleus in fixed orbits.

But, an electron revolving in circular orbits will not be stable because during revolution, it will experience acceleration.

Due to acceleration, the electrons will lose energy in the form of radiation and fall into the nucleus.

In such a case, the atom would be highly unstable and collapse.

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