Question

Which part of an atom was discovered in Rutherford's experiment.

Answer 1

Answer:

nucleus was discovered by Rutherford

Answer 2

Rutherford discovered the nucleus of an atom

Explanation:

In 1911, Ernest Rutherford discovered that atoms have a small charged nucleus surrounded by largely empty space and are circled by tiny electrons. Thus, Rutherford discovered the nucleus of an atom and the model of the atom came to be known as the Rutherford model (or planetary model) of the atom.

He achieved this by shooting alpha particles through a thin sheet of gold, and discovering that only some were deflected, while most particles passed through the gold foil.