According to Dalton, which of the following represents the Phosphorus element?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. c.
- Dalton, regarded as the father of modern atomic theory, was the pioneer in using symbols to represent elements.
- Dalton's symbols were typically circles, often featuring distinct marks like a dot for hydrogen, a cross for sulfur, or circles with letters, such as "C" for copper and "L" for lead, to represent different elements.