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Which postulates of Dalton’s atomic theory are considered to be correct even today?


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a

All of the above 

b

Atoms of the same element are similar in all respects.

c

Atoms are indivisible.

d

Atoms are the smallest particles which take part in chemical reactions.

answer is B.

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“Atoms are the smallest particles which take part in chemical reactions.” The postulate of Dalton’s atomic theory is considered to be correct even today.
According to Dalton, atoms are indivisible. But it has subparts, neutrons, protons and electrons. Atoms take part in chemical reactions. This is true. Atoms of the similar element are similar in all aspects and not completely correct. Atoms of different masses but similar atomic numbers are known as isotopes.
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Which postulates of Dalton’s atomic theory are considered to be correct even today?