What is the main limitation of the Rutherford model of the atom? (2019)

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What is the main limitation of the Rutherford model of the atom? (2019)
  1. It does not explain the stability of atoms
  2. It does not account for neutrons
  3. It cannot explain spectral lines
  4. It does not include electrons

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Q: What is the main limitation of the Rutherford model of the atom? (2019)
Solution: The Rutherford model fails to explain why electrons do not spiral into the nucleus, thus not accounting for atomic stability.
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