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which of the following statements is false according to dalton\'s atomic theory

ID: 987916 • Letter: W

Question

which of the following statements is false according to dalton's atomic theory ?

A) Atoms combine in simple whole number ratios to form compounds.

B) All atoms of chlorine have identical properties that distinguish them from other elements.

C) One carbon atom will combine with one oxygen atom to form a molecule of carbon monoxide.

D) Atoms of sodium do not change into another element during chemical reaction with chlorine.

E) An atom of nitrogen can be broken down into smaller partides that will still have the unique properties of nitrogen.

Explanation / Answer

Answer is E

An atom of nitrogen can be broken down into smaller partides that will still have the unique properties of nitrogen.