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Enlist the conclusions drawn by Rutherford from his `alpha`-ray scattering experiment.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Observation of Alpha Particles:** - Rutherford conducted the alpha-ray scattering experiment using a thin gold foil and observed the behavior of alpha particles when they were directed at the foil. 2. **Conclusion on Empty Space:** - Most of the alpha particles passed straight through the gold foil without any deflection. - **Conclusion 1:** This indicates that most of the space in an atom is empty. ...
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