If the size of the nucleus of an atom is compared with a cricket ball, then the radius of the atom is approximately equal to how many kilometres?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 5.
- If a cricket ball represents a nucleus, then the radius of an atom would be about 5 km.
- The radius of the atom is about 10–10 m, while that of the nucleus is 10–15 m.